City are ready to pay a fortune for Enzo Fernández after the World Cup | OneFootball

The Argentine midfielder is on Pep Guardiola’s team’s list of priorities, which is considering strengthening the midfield after the season. At Chelsea, the sporting and managerial context opens up a scenario of uncertainty.

Enzo Fernández’s future is once again becoming a topic in the European market. According to The Athletic, Manchester City has the Argentine midfielder as one of its main targets for after the 2026 World Cup. The interest from Pep Guardiola’s side is not new. The manager has been following him since his time at River Plate and is now considering making a move in a favorable context: Chelsea’s current sporting situation and the internal changes within the squad.

The London club is going through an unstable period after Liam Rosenior’s departure. In that scenario, the midfielder has kept his place in the team, although his situation is being closely monitored by various European clubs. In Manchester, the possible reshuffle in midfield is a key factor. Bernardo Silva’s departure and the uncertainty over Rodri’s future are forcing the club to look for alternatives with playmaking ability and a presence in the box.

Fernández fits that profile. Since arriving in English football, he has racked up 163 matches, 28 goals, and 29 assists. He also played a part in Chelsea winning the Europa League and the Club World Cup.

His contract with Chelsea runs until June 2032 and includes a release clause of €121 million. For now, there have been no formal offers, although City is not the only interested club: Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain are also monitoring his situation. Javier Pastore, his agent, said that the relationship with the English club’s board has improved after the latest public incidents.

Meanwhile, Enzo Fernández’s future remains tied to what happens after the World Cup. The interest is there and the market, once again, has put him center stage.

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