Enzo Fernández has officially joined Manchester City from Chelsea in a reported £125m deal, becoming the first player to command transfer fees above £100m twice.
Enzo Fernández completes £125m Man City move and makes transfer history
Manchester City have officially completed the signing of Enzo Fernández from Chelsea in one of the biggest transfers in Premier League history.
The Argentina midfielder has signed a five-year contract until the summer of 2031. British media report that City will pay around £125 million, matching the British transfer record.
Fernández also becomes the first footballer to command transfer fees above £100 million twice.
Manchester City officially announce Enzo
Weeks of speculation are over after Manchester City confirmed Fernández’s permanent move from Chelsea.
The London club also announced his departure, making clear that the midfielder is now officially a Manchester City player.
City agree reported £125m deal
Although City have not disclosed the exact fee, reports place the agreement at approximately £125 million.
The figure matches the British transfer record and highlights the club’s belief that Fernández can play a central role in their next era.
Enzo makes football transfer history
Chelsea previously paid more than £100 million to sign Fernández from Benfica after his breakthrough with Argentina.
With City reportedly agreeing another nine-figure fee, Fernández becomes the first player in football history to be transferred for more than £100 million twice.
The combined value of his two moves now exceeds £230 million.
Enzo signs until 2031
At 25, Fernández arrives at the Etihad during the prime years of his career.
His five-year contract underlines Manchester City’s long-term plans for the Argentina international.
Enzo delighted with Manchester City move
Fernández said he was delighted to join City and excited by the opportunity to represent one of England’s most successful clubs.
He also made clear that he wants to help the team compete for major trophies.
Enzo reunites with Enzo Maresca
The transfer reunites Fernández with Enzo Maresca, who previously worked with him at Chelsea.
That familiarity could help the midfielder adapt quickly to City’s tactical demands and new surroundings.
Why Manchester City wanted Enzo Fernández
Fernández fits City’s midfield profile. He is comfortable under pressure, controls possession and can dictate play with his passing range.
He has also become a greater attacking threat, recording 15 goals and seven assists across all competitions for Chelsea during the 2025/26 campaign.
Those qualities have helped turn him into a more complete midfielder.
Chelsea lose one of their biggest stars
Fernández leaves Stamford Bridge after making 170 appearances and scoring 31 goals, according to Chelsea.
He also helped the club win the UEFA Conference League and FIFA Club World Cup.
His departure is one of Chelsea’s most significant sales in recent years.
Argentina star arrives with huge experience
Fernández already has major international experience despite his age. He played an important role in Argentina’s 2022 World Cup triumph and 2024 Copa América victory.
He was also part of the team that reached another World Cup final in 2026.
A statement signing from Manchester City
The reported £125m deal sends a clear message about City’s ambitions during their squad rebuild.
Fernández is not simply arriving as midfield depth. He is expected to become one of the key players in the club’s next chapter.
Historic deal completed
Enzo Fernández is officially a Manchester City player after completing a reported £125m move from Chelsea, matching the British transfer record and making transfer history with his second fee above £100 million.
