Manchester City are reportedly at the head of the queue for River Plate starlet Enzo Fernandez.
The 21-year-old is believed to have caught the eye of clubs across Europe after opening the 2022 season in his native Argentina with four goals and three assists in 11 games across all tournaments.
Man City have been credited with an interest in Fernandez as they prepare to welcome his teammate Julian Alvarez to the Etihad, while Real Madrid and Manchester United are also believed to have joined the race.
Now, City Xtra claims that the Premier League champions are leading the race for Fernandez's signature as they plan for life without Fernandinho, and Pep Guardiola's side are prepared to table an official offer.
The report adds that contact has already been made with Fernandez's representatives, and the two clubs enjoy a strong relationship following the negotiation of Alvarez's move to Manchester.
Fernandez remains contracted to River Plate until 2025 and recently insisted that he would remain 'humble' amid links with a number of top European clubs.
Ben Knapton
