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Man City consider summer move for Chelsea star Enzo Fernandez as Bernardo Silva successor
TL;DR
Man City is considering a summer transfer for Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez as a potential successor to Bernardo Silva, who will leave the club at the end of the season.
Key points
- Man City considers summer move for Enzo Fernandez
- Fernandez is a potential successor to Bernardo Silva
- Silva's exit from Man City is confirmed
- Fernandez has doubts about his future at Chelsea
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Man City consider summer move for Chelsea star Enzo Fernandez as Bernardo Silva successor
Fernandez has been placed on a shortlist of targets for the summer window as City look to refresh in midfield.
The Citizens are assessing replacements for Bernardo Silva, whose exit from the Etihad at the end of the season has been confirmed.
Fernandez fits the bill as a potential replacement for Silva and has cast doubt on his future at Chelsea.
In March, he outlined a desire to live in Spain. amid rumoured interest from Real Madrid, and said 'we'll see' when asked if he would still be at Stamford Bridge next season. He was dropped from the squad for two games as a result of the comments.
The Athletic are reporting that Manchester City's interest in Fernandez is at an early stage, but he's a name under consideration.
City are also interested in Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson, who is thought to favour a transfer to the club over Manchester United.
Fernandez joined Chelsea in a then-British transfer record Ā£106.1m deal from Benfica in January 2023, a month after winning the World Cup with Argentina.
Q&A
Why is Man City looking to sign Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea?
Man City is looking to sign Enzo Fernandez as a potential replacement for Bernardo Silva, who is confirmed to leave the club.
What does Bernardo Silva's departure mean for Man City's midfield?
Bernardo Silva's departure will require Man City to refresh their midfield, prompting the search for suitable replacements like Enzo Fernandez.
What is Enzo Fernandez's current situation at Chelsea?
Enzo Fernandez has expressed uncertainty about his future at Chelsea, making him a target for Man City.
