Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationFootball.LondonUnverified source· 3 Sept 2026
Gary Neville: Enzo Fernandez is standout midfield transfer of window
The Argentine's deadline-day move to Manchester City ended a three-year Chelsea spell.
E. Fernandez
player
Player
Enzo Fernandez
From
Chelsea
To
Manchester City
Fee
£125m
What happened. Enzo Fernandez completed a £125m move to Manchester City on deadline day, matching the British transfer record.
- City initially bid £104m plus add-ons, which Chelsea rejected.
- Chelsea insisted on a guaranteed fee, setting valuation at £135m.
- City returned with £125m bid, which Chelsea accepted.
Gary Neville believes this is the standout midfield transfer of the Premier League summer window.
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