Manchester City's interest in the current market extends beyond simple squad reinforcement, according to BBC Sport, with the club's pursuit reportedly tied to the fallout from Pep Guardiola's succession plans.
The report notes that Enzo Maresca, who replaced Guardiola in June, publicly apologised to former club Chelsea for the "disruption" his mid-season exit caused. BBC Sport sources indicate City itself harboured no ill feeling over the timing of that move, suggesting the relationship between the two clubs remained largely cordial despite the managerial merry-go-round.
Details on any specific transfer link — including the mention of Fernandez in relation to City's plans — remain thin in the available reporting. As it stands, this appears to be background context on City's off-season thinking rather than confirmation of an active deal, and further reporting will be needed to clarify exactly how any transfer target fits into City's broader strategy this summer.