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Manchester City target Enzo Fernández but Chelsea’s £120m price tag may be too high

The Guardian UK Wednesday 12 August 2026, 10:32 UTC By Jamie Jackson 1 min read
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Midfielder played for Maresca at Stamford BridgeChelsea believed to be keen on Bournemouth’s Alex ScottManchester City are targeting Chelsea’s Enzo Fernández as a potential signing though the west London club’s valuation of around £120m may be too high. Chelsea are understood to be intent on that price for the attacking midfielder so any transfer may include add-ons. Enzo Maresca is keen on Fernández after working with him for a season-and-a-half at Chelsea before his tenure ended in January.

  • Midfielder played for Maresca at Stamford Bridge

  • Chelsea believed to be keen on Bournemouth’s Alex Scott

Manchester City are targeting Chelsea’s Enzo Fernández as a potential signing though the west London club’s valuation of around £120m may be too high.

Chelsea are understood to be intent on that price for the attacking midfielder so any transfer may include add-ons. Enzo Maresca is keen on Fernández after working with him for a season-and-a-half at Chelsea before his tenure ended in January.

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