Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has wanted to reunite with Enzo Fernández since the beginning of the transfer window, with the Argentine midfielder emerging as a long-term target for the Premier League champions. The interest reportedly existed even before Manchester City’s recent talks involving Rodri and Barcelona.
Softfootball understands that a potential deal for Fernández will ultimately depend on the transfer fee, with Chelsea insisting on a £120 million valuation for their midfielder. The Blues remain happy to keep Fernández at Stamford Bridge, meaning City would need to meet their financial demands to make the move possible.
Maresca is believed to be a huge admirer of Fernández and would welcome the opportunity to work with him again. The pair previously worked together at Chelsea, where Maresca saw first-hand the midfielder’s qualities and influence in the middle of the pitch.
The situation could therefore develop into a major transfer battle, with Chelsea unwilling to actively push Fernández towards the exit while City continue to monitor the possibility of bringing him to Manchester.
The potential reunion comes as Maresca begins his new chapter at City. Manchester City have officially appointed Enzo Maresca as Pep Guardiola’s successor, and securing Fernández would represent a major statement signing for his new era.
