Maresca targets Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez as Rodri replacement at Man City
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 8:54 AM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Enzo Fernandez, currently with Chelsea, is reportedly a target for Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca. Sources indicate Fernandez is seen as a dream successor to Rodri, who may leave for Spain. Chelsea reportedly values Fernandez highly and could resist offers, despite his previous hints at wanting a move. Speculation persists regarding his future, especially with a price tag around £120 million. His contributions last season included 10 goals and four assists in the Premier League and three goals and two assists in the Champions League.
- •Maresca views Fernandez as Rodri's successor at Man City.
- •Chelsea values Fernandez highly and may not entertain offers.
- •Fernandez hinted at leaving Chelsea this summer.
- •He scored 10 goals and provided four assists last season.
- •His transfer fee is reportedly around £120 million.
- 9:12 AMESPN Soccer — Transfer rumors, news: Man City eye Enzo Fernández as Rodri replacement
- 6:25 AMYahoo Sports — Enzo Maresca dreams of Chelsea star Enzo Fernandez replacing Rodri at Man City
"Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez is a target for Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca. He has hinted at being open to leaving Stamford Bridge this summer.According to Gianluca DiMarzio, the Chelsea star...
"Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández has emerged as a main candidate to replace Rodri at Manchester City. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Sources
External links- ESPN SoccerAug 7, 2026, 9:12 AMTransfer rumors, news: Man City eye Enzo Fernández as Rodri replacement
Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández has emerged as a main candidate to replace Rodri at Manchester City. Transfer Talk has the latest.
- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 6:25 AMEnzo Maresca dreams of Chelsea star Enzo Fernandez replacing Rodri at Man City
Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez is a target for Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca. He has hinted at being open to leaving Stamford Bridge this summer.According to Gianluca DiMarzio, the Chelsea star...
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