Man City eye Enzo Fernández as Rodri replacement amid Barcelona move
Manchester City are reportedly considering Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández as a potential replacement for Rodri, who is closing in on a move to Barcelona.
Manchester City are considering a move for Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández as they prepare for the possible departure of Rodri, who has reportedly chosen Barcelona over Real Madrid.
ESPN reports that Fernández has emerged as a leading candidate for City as they assess their midfield options.
New City manager Enzo Maresca is understood to be keen on reuniting with Fernández, having previously worked with the Argentina international at Chelsea.
However, the midfielder would reportedly command a fee exceeding £100 million, making negotiations potentially difficult.Rodri, meanwhile, has given Barcelona the go-ahead to begin talks with Manchester City, according to ESPN sources.
The Spain international is entering the final year of his contract, while City are reportedly open to his departure after several injury-hit seasons.
The potential changes would represent a significant midfield reshuffle for City.
The club have already signed Elliot Anderson for a reported £116 million and remain interested in Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi as Maresca begins reshaping his squad ahead of the new campaign.
