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title: "Manchester City prepare double Chelsea raid for two Maresca favourites"
canonical: "https://readchelsea.com/2026/07/26/manchester-city-prepare-double-chelsea-raid-for-two-maresca-favourites/"
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language: "en-GB"
author: "James Chettle"
section: "Chelsea News"
published: "2026-07-26T18:12:27Z"
modified: "2026-07-26T18:12:33Z"
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# Manchester City prepare double Chelsea raid for two Maresca favourites

**Manchester City interest in Enzo Fernandez and Malo Gusto remains active as Enzo Maresca considers a double raid on his former club.**

Neither transfer is currently advanced, but City could increase contact once both Chelsea players return from their post-World Cup breaks.

Maresca has already overseen the £116million signing of Elliot Anderson. However, City reportedly want another midfielder as Rodri recovers from a back injury and considers his long-term future.

Fernández has emerged as a leading option because of his passing range, energy and previous relationship with Maresca at Stamford Bridge.

> 🚨 𝐁𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆: Man City are 𝘾𝙊𝙉𝙎𝙄𝘿𝙀𝙍𝙄𝙉𝙂 Enzo Fernández as a midfield option this summer, with interest at an early stage, according to [@theathleticfc](https://x.com/theathleticfc?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) 🇦🇷 [pic.twitter.com/bepgF4gugU](https://t.co/bepgF4gugU)
>
> — 433 (@433) [April 23, 2026](https://x.com/433/status/2047309888917836110?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

## Manchester City interest in Enzo Fernandez and Malo Gusto explained

According to [CaughtOffside](https://www.caughtoffside.com/2026/07/23/man-city-transfer-enzo-fernandez-malo-gusto/), Chelsea could demand as much as £120million for Fernández. City would prefer to negotiate a package below £100million, leaving a considerable gap between the two clubs.

Fernández remains under contract until 2032, so Chelsea face no pressure to accept a reduced offer. Xabi Alonso also has limited reason to lose an established midfielder after beginning his first pre-season programme.

City are also expected to revisit their interest in Gusto. Previous contact did not progress, while Chelsea have placed a substantial valuation on the France international.

Maresca reportedly prefers a natural right-back rather than continuing to use Matheus Nunes out of position. Gusto’s pace and attacking movement would suit City’s possession-heavy approach.

Chelsea’s [latest transfer overview](https://readchelsea.com/2026/07/25/chelsea-transfer-news-live-latest-rumours-targets-and-squad-updates/) highlighted the need to balance further signings with departures. Fernández and Gusto remain valuable members of Alonso’s squad, while their long contracts strengthen the club’s negotiating position.

Manchester City interest in Enzo Fernandez and Malo Gusto should therefore be monitored, but no offers or advanced negotiations have been reported.