Enzo Fernandez's £125 million move makes City set new record
The Bohater of a record £125 million transfer, Argentine midfielder Enzo Fernandez, has signed a five‑year deal with Manchester City, reuniting with coach Enzo Maresca after their spell together at Chelsea in London. Both the player and the coach said they had long wanted the move, and the fee sets a new benchmark in the Premier League market. "Obaj bardzo tego chcieliśmy," he added.
Record fee and five‑year contract
Skomentuj Enzo Fernandez nie kryje zadowolenia z ponownej współpracy z Enzo Marescą. The midfielder confirmed that Maresca played a decisive role in finalising the transfer to Manchester City. Fernandez signed a five‑year contract, securing his services until 2031. He highlighted the importance of Maresca, referring to him as Marescę, and recalled their previous collaboration in Londynie.
Argentine legacy at the Etihad
The Argentyńczyk joins a distinguished line of Reprezentant Argentyny who have worn the Manchester City shirt, including Sergio Aguero, Carlos Tevez, Pablo Zabaleta, Nicolas Otamendi, Martin Demichelis and Julian Alvarez. Fernandez said the club is viewed worldwide as a top destination, adding that representing Argentyny is a privilege. Po his arrival, he hopes to add to the Klubowe Mistrzostwo and Ligę Konferencji successes the club has already achieved.
Na Etihad Stadium, Fernandez will train under Maresca and will also reunite with former City assistant Willy Caballero, who now works alongside Maresca. The Etihad, known as the City of Manchester's iconic ground, offers state‑of‑the‑art facilities. Fernandez expressed excitement about returning to Manchester and contributing to the club's ambitions.
The £125 million outlay places the transfer among the Premier League's most expensive signings and underscores City’s willingness to invest heavily after recent spending by rivals. Chelsea, the selling club, recouped a substantial sum, reflecting the inflated market for top midfield talent. Analysts note that such fees raise the bar for future deals across Europe and highlight Manchesteru ambition to remain at the summit.