{
  "id": 3491082,
  "title": "Formal bid for Chelsea midfielder expected soon as Blues prepare for dramatic end to window",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/formal-bid-for-chelsea-midfielder-expected-soon-as-blues-prepare-for",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-26T10:45:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/formal-bid-chelsea-midfielder-expected-104500651.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A formal bid for Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez is anticipated to be made soon as the Blues gear up for a potentially dramatic end to the transfer window. The reports suggest that Manchester City are still considering the move, although the club is expected to make a bid approximately equal to Chelsea's initial £120m asking price. The London club is reportedly now aiming for a higher figure, nearer £140m, due to the increasing cost associated with replacing the Spanish forward. As Chelsea prepares to receive a potential bid from City, the midfielder has been reportedly avoiding interactions with the away fans following Chelsea's match. Reports from the Telegraph highlight the current situation, suggesting that Enzo's desire to leave the club this summer is apparent. The transfer process has entered a new phase, with Chelsea reportedly seeking an increased sum to compensate for the rising cost of replacement. The outcome remains uncertain, and football fans are eagerly awaiting Thursday's team announcement as the window nears its conclusion.",
  "summary": "Enzo Fernandez still wants a move to Man City and they seem like they are still considering making it happen.If you enjoy Talk Chelsea coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a preferred source...",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}