{
  "id": 3484338,
  "title": "EPL: Man City target Fernandez in £120m transfer move – Reports",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/epl-man-city-target-fernandez-in-120m-transfer-move-reports",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-26T10:24:16.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/epl-man-city-target-fernandez-in-120m-transfer-move-reports/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Manchester City are set to make a fresh bid for Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez, according to reports from BBC Sport. The 25-year-old Argentine is expected to cost around £120 million, though Chelsea has placed a significant valuation on him. City have identified Fernandez as a top priority ahead of the transfer window's end, with manager Enzo Maresca looking to bolster his midfield following several key departures. The Argentine joined Chelsea from Benfica in January 2023 for a British record fee of £106.8 million. Should City meet Chelsea's valuation, Fernandez could become one of the most expensive players in Premier League history, reuniting him with Maresca, with whom he previously worked at Chelsea. City's interest in Fernandez intensified after losing several established midfielders, including Rodri and Tijjani Reijnders, and with Nico Gonzalez set to leave for Newcastle. Reports suggest Fernandez is open to a move to Manchester, with personal terms not seen as a major hurdle. However, Chelsea's decision to find a suitable replacement will be crucial in determining whether the transfer materializes before the deadline.",
  "summary": "Manchester City are reportedly preparing a £120m bid for Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez. Will the Argentine star move to the Etihad before the transfer Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-man-city-target-fernandez-in-120m-transfer-move-reports/",
  "key_points": [
    "Manchester City targeting Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez for £120m.",
    "Fernandez, 25, Argentine midfielder, previously valued at £106.8m.",
    "City aims to strengthen midfield after key departures."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "EPL: Man City target Fernandez in £120m transfer move – Reports",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/epl-man-city-target-fernandez-in-120m-transfer-move-reports-3485140",
        "published": "2026-08-26T10:28:16.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}