Enzo Maresca Updates on Manchester City’s Transfer Plans for Enzo Fernández

Enzo Maresca, the new manager of Manchester City, has stated that the club will not meet Chelsea's deadline for midfielder Enzo Fernández. Chelsea has set a deadline of 5pm on Friday for any bids for the player, but Maresca does not anticipate any action from City before this time.

During a press conference, Maresca indicated that he expects a busy end to the transfer window, but reiterated that they are unlikely to make a move for Fernández today. This statement adds clarity to the club's transfer strategy as the window approaches its conclusion.

Maresca is set to lead Manchester City in his first competitive match on Sunday against Arsenal in Cardiff. Despite the imminent match, he expressed that finalizing the squad is still a work in progress.

In addition to the uncertainty regarding Fernández, the club is reportedly close to signing an 18-year-old player named Ayyoub, suggesting that City is exploring various options during this transfer period.

The situation with Fernández remains fluid as City continues to assess their options, but with the Friday deadline looming, the opportunity for a transfer appears to be diminishing.