The latest Enzo Fernández transfer update has once again divided Manchester City supporters, with some fans desperate to see the Chelsea midfielder arrive while others are questioning whether the club should spend so heavily on another midfield signing.
Manchester City are reportedly preparing another move for Fernández as Enzo Maresca continues to reshape his squad following his appointment as Pep Guardiola’s successor in June.
According to the latest reports, Chelsea have valued Fernández at around £120 million. City had previously failed to submit a bid before Chelsea’s August deadline, but interest in the Argentina international has not disappeared.
That possibility has now sparked another wave of reactions from City supporters on X.
And the mood is far from unanimous.
Man City fans divided over Enzo Fernández
Some supporters appear genuinely excited by the possibility of Fernández joining the club.
One fan simply reacted with: “bombaaa”, while another demanded that City “BRING” the midfielder to the Etihad.
There was also a clear sense among some supporters that this could become an exciting final week of the transfer window.
“This is gonna be a fun week,” one supporter wrote.
That reaction captures the excitement surrounding City’s transfer activity under Maresca.
The club has already entered a major period of change this summer. Several established players have departed, while City have invested heavily in younger players and midfield reinforcements.
Fernández would represent another huge statement.
However, not every City supporter is convinced.
“Terrible transfer” – some fans remain unconvinced
The strongest criticism was directed at the potential cost of the deal.
One supporter bluntly wrote: “F**k this Enzo guy. Terrible transfer.”
Another described the development as “Even more bad news.”
Those reactions highlight an important concern among sections of the fanbase.
Fernández is an established international midfielder, but £120 million represents an enormous financial commitment. City supporters have seen the club spend heavily this summer, and some fans are questioning whether another major midfield investment is necessary.
One particularly frustrated supporter simply posted: “ENOUGH.”
Another wrote: “PLEASE JUST STOP TWEETING, I CANT TAKE IT ANYMORE.”
The reactions show that this is not simply a debate about whether Fernández is a good footballer.
For some City fans, it is about the direction of the club.
Why some supporters are questioning the move
One of the biggest complaints came from supporters struggling to understand the decision to sell Nico González while potentially pursuing Fernández.
One fan asked: “Why selling Nico in the first place.”
That question is likely to become increasingly important if City complete a deal for Fernández.
Nico González’s expected departure to Newcastle has opened another chapter in City’s midfield rebuild. Reports indicate Newcastle are closing in on a deal worth around £47 million initially, with another £3 million potentially available in add-ons.
The sale could provide City with additional funds for further recruitment.
However, supporters are naturally asking whether it makes sense to move one midfielder out and then spend a much larger amount on another.
It is a reasonable question, particularly when Fernández’s reported price tag is around £120 million.
City’s recruitment team will believe there is a footballing reason for the move. But fans will judge the decision based on performances.
Maresca’s influence is impossible to ignore
The Fernández speculation also carries another interesting element because of Maresca.
The Italian coach knows Fernández well from their time together at Chelsea. Fernández was an important figure during Maresca’s spell at Stamford Bridge, and the midfielder’s familiarity with his manager could make a potential move to Manchester particularly attractive.
City’s summer rebuild has already taken on a very different character.
This is no longer Guardiola’s Manchester City.
Maresca has inherited a squad that has undergone significant changes, and supporters are watching closely to see what his Manchester City will look like.
One supporter offered perhaps the most positive interpretation of the entire situation.
They argued that City are “aggressively Purging the Pep era” and backing “Project Maresca.”
That post received more than 1,000 likes, suggesting that there is significant support for the idea that Maresca should be given the freedom to build his own team.
The supporter added that compromises are inevitable and called on fans to “Embrace the future.”
That is an important perspective.
Not everyone wants to see the Pep era continued
For some City supporters, Fernández is not necessarily the problem.
Instead, the potential signing represents part of a bigger transformation.
Guardiola’s era brought unprecedented success to the club. Yet a new manager naturally wants different players who fit his tactical ideas and personality.
Maresca is now tasked with creating his own identity.
That could mean difficult decisions.
It could mean popular players leaving.
It could also mean expensive new signings arriving.
Fernández could become one of the biggest examples of that transition.
If City eventually spend close to £120 million on him, the pressure will be enormous. Fans will expect him to immediately demonstrate why the club was willing to make such a significant investment.
“They have never made a bid”
Interestingly, some supporters are not even convinced that the latest speculation should be taken seriously.
Two fans pushed back against the idea that City were already preparing a concrete offer.
One wrote: “They have never made a bid.”
Another made a similar point: “They never bid what yall talking about.”
This reflects the confusion surrounding the Fernández saga.
Chelsea previously set a deadline for City to submit a £120 million bid. City did not meet that deadline, although reports indicated that their interest remained alive.
Chelsea have continued to face questions about Fernández’s future, with manager Xabi Alonso refusing to completely rule out a departure.
So, while the possibility of a renewed City approach remains, supporters are understandably cautious.
“Get this done by Wednesday”
There is also another group of supporters who want City to stop talking and start acting.
One fan wrote: “Get this done by Wednesday.”
That attitude was echoed by others who appear ready to see Fernández in a Manchester City shirt.
For these supporters, the question is simple.
If Maresca wants Fernández and City believe he can transform the midfield, then make the deal happen.
The problem is that Chelsea’s valuation makes that decision considerably more complicated.
Reports have consistently put Chelsea’s asking price at around £120 million, although some recent reports suggest City are reluctant to reach that figure.
That leaves both clubs with a major decision to make before the transfer window closes.
A huge gamble or the perfect Maresca signing?
Ultimately, Enzo Fernández is becoming a symbol of Manchester City’s new era.
For supporters who believe Maresca deserves full control of the rebuild, signing Fernández would represent a major vote of confidence in the manager.
For those already frustrated with the summer’s departures and recruitment strategy, another nine-figure midfield transfer could feel like an unnecessary gamble.
The fan reaction therefore makes perfect sense.
Some are excited.
Some are frustrated.
Some simply want the club to get the deal done.
And others are asking why City are even considering it.
Fernández’s ability to perform at the Etihad would eventually settle the argument.
If he becomes a key player under Maresca, today’s criticism will quickly disappear.
If he struggles after a £120 million transfer, however, those sceptical supporters will undoubtedly remind everyone that they saw the warning signs first.
For now, Manchester City fans are left waiting.
One thing is certain: the Enzo Fernández transfer saga is far from boring. And with the transfer window approaching its conclusion, City’s next move could define one of the biggest moments of Maresca’s first summer in charge.
