According to transfer reports published by Sky Sports, Chelsea Football Club has delivered a firm ultimatum to Manchester City regarding Argentine midfielder Enzo Fernández. Chelsea has communicated that City must submit a formal £120 million bid by 5:00 PM on Friday, August 14, or the player will remain at Stamford Bridge for the upcoming season.
The hard deadline comes after months of speculation surrounding Fernández’s future, with the 2023 marquee signing previously hinting at a potential change of scenery.
With Fernández bound to a long-term contract signed after his £107 million move from Benfica, Chelsea remains firm on their £120 million valuation.
Reporting on the situation, LiveScore News confirmed that “Chelsea have told Manchester City they have until 5pm on Friday to bid £120m for Enzo Fernandez”. Similarly, FootballTransfers reported that “Chelsea have sought to take control of Enzo Fernandez’s future by providing Manchester City with a deadline”.
Chelsea’s firm deadline forces Manchester City to either commit a massive fee or abandon their midfield target. If City declines to bid before the 5 PM cut-off, Fernández will have to refocus on his role under Chelsea’s management.
Source: ESPN — https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/49598641/chelsea-enzo-fernandez-man-city-premier-league-transfers, August 13, 2026
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