Man City in direct talks with Chelsea for Enzo Fernandez

Manchester City has initiated direct negotiations with Chelsea for the signing of Argentine midfielder Enzo Fernandez, with the Premier League transfer deadline set for 11 p.m. on Tuesday, September 1. Chelsea has communicated to both Fernandez and Manchester City that it does not want the deal to drag on until the final moments of the window, as the club works to secure a replacement. The transfer saga has intensified in the final days of the summer window. Chelsea had previously set a deadline of August 14 for bids for Fernandez, but no offer was made at that time. The club has since remained open to selling the 25-year-old, but only if its valuation of at least £120 million is met.