Chelsea Sets £120m Deadline for Enzo Fernandez Offers

Chelsea FC has established a deadline of 17:00 BST on Friday for clubs interested in midfielder Enzo Fernandez to submit offers of at least £120 million. The Argentina international has been uncertain about his future at Stamford Bridge since March, when he suggested a potential move to Real Madrid.

His agent, Javier Pastore, indicated that Fernandez felt underpaid and desired a transfer following a challenging season for Chelsea, which ended with a 10th place finish in the Premier League and no trophies. Real Madrid has since stated they do not intend to pursue Fernandez, leaving Manchester City as the only known interested party, though they have not confirmed whether they will meet Chelsea's valuation.

Chelsea's new manager, Xabi Alonso, has discussed Fernandez's future with him but has not disclosed specifics. The club is prepared to reintegrate Fernandez into the squad if no suitable offers are made.

Last season, Fernandez scored 15 goals and provided seven assists in 54 appearances.