The Enzo Fernandez transfer saga has taken another intriguing turn, and Manchester City supporters have certainly noticed.
Fernandez was once again left out of the Chelsea squad for Sunday’s Premier League meeting with Brighton. His absence comes with the transfer window closing on Tuesday and amid continued reports linking the Argentina international with a move to Manchester City.
For City supporters, the latest development has created a mixture of excitement, frustration and disbelief.
Some fans are convinced that Fernandez is heading to the Etihad. Others are tired of seeing the same transfer story dominate their timelines without an official agreement. There are also supporters who remain completely opposed to the idea of signing the Chelsea midfielder.
The reaction to the latest City Xtra post shows just how divided, yet fascinated, the fanbase has become.
‘He is coming home’ – City fans sense something is happening
One of the clearest reactions came from T$, who simply wrote: “He is coming home.”
That comment received 152 likes, making it one of the most popular responses underneath the post.
Another supporter, Nick, was even more confident, replying: “Here we go.”
Filip also appeared to have little doubt about what he wants to happen, writing: “Sign him finally.”
That response attracted 179 likes, showing that a significant section of the Manchester City fanbase would welcome Fernandez to the club.
The growing belief among some supporters is understandable.
Fernandez has now been left out of Chelsea’s squad for consecutive matches. He missed the midweek Carabao Cup victory over Luton Town before being omitted again against Brighton.
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has indicated that the club is preparing for different possibilities before the transfer deadline.
That does not confirm a transfer to City. However, with Manchester City reportedly interested, every decision surrounding Fernandez is attracting enormous attention.
‘Keep that rat away from City’
Not every Manchester City supporter is convinced.
Zion delivered one of the strongest negative reactions, writing: “Don’t care! Keep that rat away from city.”
That comment received 65 likes and represents a different side of the conversation.
While many City fans appear excited by the possibility of Fernandez joining, others are clearly unconvinced that he is the right player for the club.
Transfer excitement can quickly become divided when supporters have different opinions about a player’s ability, attitude, price or suitability.
For those against the move, the growing speculation has become something they would rather see disappear.
The reaction also highlights an important point: Manchester City supporters are not universally demanding the signing of Enzo Fernandez.
Some simply want the club to move on.
‘So boring now’ – supporters are tired of the saga
Perhaps the most revealing reaction came from Cass, who wrote:
“So boring now thank god there’s only 3 days left.”
The comment received 72 likes.
That sentiment was echoed by Jose Cumpa, who wrote: “Mucho demoran y no firman nada”, essentially expressing frustration that the deal is taking too long without anything being signed.
This has become one of the biggest themes surrounding the Fernandez story.
City fans have spent days seeing reports, rumours and social media updates about a possible move. Yet, as of now, there has been no confirmed agreement between Manchester City and Chelsea.
Sky Sports reported that Chelsea would be prepared to sell Fernandez for the right price, while also needing to improve their own squad before allowing the midfielder to leave. The report added that there had not been club-to-club talks at that stage.
That explains why some supporters are growing impatient.
They do not necessarily oppose Fernandez joining Manchester City. They simply want clarity.
‘Bring, bring, bring’
Then there are the supporters who want the transfer completed as quickly as possible.
De Goddon summed up that attitude with three words:
“Bring bring bring.”
It received 56 likes.
Another fan, merıt, posted: “Free Enzo.”
Meanwhile, another supporter reacted with a simple GIF.
These responses may look brief, but together they reveal the excitement surrounding the possibility of Fernandez becoming a Manchester City player.
The midfielder is already a major name in European football. He joined Chelsea from Benfica for around £107 million in 2023 and has established himself as an important Argentina international.
Manchester City would therefore not be signing an unproven prospect.
The question is whether City are willing to meet Chelsea’s valuation so close to the deadline.
‘Mucho demoran y no firman nada’
The frustration from Jose Cumpa’s comment is perhaps especially relevant.
Manchester City supporters have become accustomed to late transfer drama, but the Fernandez situation has reached another level because the clock is now ticking.
The transfer window closes late Tuesday.
That leaves limited time for Manchester City, Chelsea and Fernandez to reach an agreement, assuming City decide to make a formal move.
Reports suggest Chelsea have been weighing up the possibility of selling the midfielder while also considering how they would replace him.
That makes the situation complicated.
City may want the player.
Fernandez may be interested in the move.
Chelsea may be willing to listen.
But all three pieces need to fall into place.
And that is why City fans are watching every squad announcement and every comment from Alonso.
‘The Aura of City’
One of the more amusing reactions came from City Cooking Oil, who wrote:
“The Aura of City 😤”
That comment received 86 likes.
For some supporters, the very fact that a player of Fernandez’s profile is being linked with Manchester City is another sign of the club’s standing in the transfer market.
City have entered the post-Pep Guardiola era under new head coach Enzo Maresca, and supporters are naturally interested in how the new manager wants to shape his midfield.
Fernandez would represent a major addition.
He has the technical quality to operate in possession, the ability to progress the ball and the experience of playing at the highest level.
Manchester City have already invested heavily in midfield during the summer, but the continued Fernandez interest suggests that Maresca’s rebuild may not be finished.
‘Here we go’ – but is the deal actually close?
Perhaps the biggest danger for City fans is confusing excitement with confirmation.
Nick’s “Here we go” comment captured the mood perfectly, but there is still no official transfer announcement.
The latest reports indicate that Manchester City remain interested, while Chelsea are considering their options. The midfielder’s continued absence makes the story even more intriguing, but it does not guarantee that a deal will happen.
Indeed, Alonso has been careful not to guarantee Fernandez’s future.
After the Brighton match, the Chelsea manager said the club was preparing for “all scenarios” ahead of the deadline.
For City supporters, those comments will only increase speculation.
City fans want an answer
The strongest conclusion from the reactions is that Manchester City supporters want this saga resolved.
Some want Fernandez at the Etihad.
Some absolutely do not.
Others are simply exhausted by the endless rumours.
But almost everyone appears to agree on one thing: the next few days could finally provide the answer.
The fact that Fernandez was left out against Brighton has only intensified the speculation. Chelsea have now gone through two consecutive matches without their midfielder, while Manchester City continue to be linked with a late move.
With the transfer deadline approaching, the situation could change very quickly.
For the supporters who posted “He is coming home”, “Sign him finally” and “Here we go”, the dream of seeing Fernandez in Manchester City colours is becoming increasingly exciting.
For those saying “Keep that rat away from City”, nothing has changed.
And for the fans who are simply asking, “到底来不来?” — essentially, is he coming or not? — there is only one thing left to do.
Wait for the final days of the transfer window.
Because after weeks of speculation, Manchester City fans may soon discover whether Enzo Fernandez is actually heading to the Etihad or whether this saga ends with another transfer that never happened.
