Deadlines, acrimony and a record as Man City back Maresca for Fernandez deal
Summary
Manchester City signed midfielder Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea for a British record fee of £125 million, making him the first player to be transferred twice for more than £100 million. The deal ended a long transfer saga and reflects City’s confidence in both Fernandez and their new manager, Enzo Maresca.Key Facts
- Manchester City paid £125 million to sign Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea.
- This transfer sets a joint-British record fee and breaks City’s club record for the second time this summer.
- Fernandez is the first football player sold twice for more than £100 million.
- Enzo Maresca, newly appointed City manager and former Chelsea boss, was a key figure in securing the deal.
- Fernandez previously moved from Benfica to Chelsea for £107 million in 2023.
- Manchester City started the season with two Premier League wins before Fernandez joined.
- The player brings experience from winning the 2022 World Cup with Argentina.
- The transfer window lasted 79 days, with deadlines and challenges before the deal was completed.
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