Enzo Fernandez's move to Manchester City: Rumours and the real status of the deal

Rumours circulating that Enzo Fernandez's transfer to Manchester City is a 'done deal' are not entirely accurate. David Ornstein from The Athletic has indeed released an exclusive piece on the topic, but the situation appears to be more complex.

The journalist reports that the City hierarchy has agreed to meet Chelsea's financial demands:

Manchester City will pay the requested fee of €120 million for Enzo Fernandez. An official proposal for the midfielder will be submitted tomorrow morning.

It's understood that they will pay the fee and are holding out for Barcelona to increase their offer for Rodri.

Key insights from David Ornstein and The Athletic:

• Chelsea's ultimatum and deadline: The London club has set a strict deadline of 5 PM on Friday. If Manchester City fail to submit an official bid that meets their demands, the transfer will be blocked, and the Argentine will remain under the management of Xabi Alonso.
• Transfer sum: Chelsea is demanding a fixed fee of £120 million ($161 million) for the midfielder.
• Manchester City's position: City’s head coach Enzo Maresca is keen on reuniting with the midfielder. However, the club is currently weighing up the prospect of negotiating a lower price and assessing how firm Chelsea's stance is.
• Rodri factor: Manchester City's active search for a new central midfielder is indeed linked to the potential departure of Rodri, who has attracted interest from Barcelona.