Press reports have revealed the deadline for negotiations to sign Argentine star Enzo Fernandez, the first-team footballer at Chelsea FC.
Enzo Fernandez is considered one of the top targets for Europe's elite clubs to sign, most notably Real Madrid and Manchester City.
Manchester City wants to bolster and develop its squad amid the restructuring overseen by the team's new manager, Italian Enzo Maresca.
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Trusted Italian transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano said Chelsea has set a final deadline of Friday at 7pm Cairo and Mecca time for negotiations over Enzo Fernandez's departure.
He added that Manchester City has been in talks with the player's camp for days, but Chelsea made clear it will not sell Enzo for less than £120 million, with payment terms also specified.
Romano concluded by stressing that Manchester City must pay the £120 million by the deadline or Chelsea will not sell Enzo to them.
🚨 BREAKING: Chelsea fix Friday 5pm UK time deadline for Enzo Fernández exit. 💣Manchester City in talks with his camp for days but #CFC made it clear: £120M fee with payment terms also communicated.£120M by Friday at 5pm or Chelsea will not sell Enzo to Manchester City. 🇦🇷 pic.twitter.com/l9epIca5cB — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 12, 2026@FabrizioRomano
