Enzo Maresca has admitted that his Manchester City players were repeatedly asking whether Enzo Fernández would be completing a move to the club ahead of the transfer deadline.

The midfielder arrived at the Etihad on deadline day, and Maresca indicated the level of excitement among his squad was a clear signal of how the player is regarded within the game. Maresca described Fernández as a "winner" — a quality he sees as essential to City's ambitions.

Meanwhile, Chelsea are moving forward following the conclusion of the transfer saga surrounding Fernández's departure. The London club are shifting focus toward their own targets as they look to reshape their squad following his exit.

Fernández had been a prominent figure at Stamford Bridge since his record-breaking arrival from Benfica in January 2023, but the Argentine international's move to City marks the end of a significant chapter for the Blues.

For City, the signing represents a major addition in the middle of the park as Maresca looks to stamp his authority on the club and compete at the highest level in what promises to be an intense title race.