Manchester City are reportedly set to bid for a World Cup winner but is it a move that is doomed to fail?

Manchester City are reportedly preparing to make a bid for Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez, but the potential move is being questioned as to whether it will actually succeed. Enzo Maresca, Fernandez's former boss at Chelsea, is keen to bring the player to City. City are currently rebuilding their midfield and have reported interest in the Argentinian international.

However, the timing may not be in City's favor, as Chelsea had set a deadline of 5pm last Friday for written offers for Fernandez to be submitted, which has already passed. Despite this, reports suggest that City could still be on the verge of sending an offer to Chelsea for Fernandez. The question remains, is this a move that is destined to fail?

Manchester City are reportedly planning to test Chelsea's determination to retain Fernandez. The Athletic reports that City have no intention of paying Chelsea's £120 million asking price for the midfielder. If City's bid falls short of this figure, it may be difficult for Chelsea to accept. Manchester City may need to look elsewhere for a midfielder if they cannot secure Fernandez at the price Chelsea is willing to sell him for.