Sports · 15 August 2026

Manchester City not expecting to sign Enzo Fernandez on Friday, says Maresca

Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca said the club isn't expecting to make any new signings on Friday. Chelsea, who want £120 million for the midfielder, set a 5pm BST deadline for bids for Fernandez on Friday. Maresca would not comment further on the Argentina international, calling him a player from another club.

By BriefTea Editorial · 15 August 2026 at 8:49

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