Man City begins talks with Chelsea for Enzo Fernández

The transfer window is turning into a busy week, and the headline in England is Manchester City starting direct club-to-club talks with Chelsea for a possible deal for Enzo Fernández, according to BBC Sport. The report says the conversations are meant to move quickly for the 25-year-old Argentine midfielder ahead of the deadline.

Chelsea, on the list

At the same time, Arsenal are described as exploring two potential routes in the last stretch. The Gunners are looking into a move for Malick Fofana, a 21-year-old Belgium winger at Lyon. RMC Sport (in French) is the outlet linking the negotiation to the window closing this Tuesday.

Arsenal push for a striker option

BBC Sport also adds that Arsenal remain keen on signing Julian Alvarez. The club is said to be working to make a potential move to London easier for the 26-year-old and his entourage, with Teamtalk cited as the source.

Other deals mentioned

The same gossip pack includes more stories around England. Newcastle are reported to have agreed a fee with Lille to sign Matias Fernandez-Pardo on a five-year contract, as The Athletic (subscription) reports. Fulham have also opened talks with Eintracht Frankfurt to sign Hugo Larsson, per Fabrizio Romano. Finally, Sunderland are said to have an “in principle” agreement with Tottenham” for Kevin Danso, but the deal is expected to wait until Spurs find a replacement, according to Sky Sports**.