Manchester City are holding off on a deal for Enzo Fernandez while Chelsea have started talks for Lamine Kone

As of Friday evening, Manchester City have yet to submit an official offer to Chelsea for Argentine midfielder Enzo Fernandez. This has been reported by renowned insider Fabrizio Romano.

The hierarchy at the London club, along with Fernandez's representatives, believe that City's cautious approach is a deliberate negotiation tactic aimed at putting pressure on Chelsea in the final hours of the transfer window.

Meanwhile, Chelsea have already begun laying the groundwork for a potential midfield replacement. The Blues have entered direct talks with Monaco and have made contact with the agency of Senegalese defensive midfielder Lamine Kone to discuss a possible transfer.