Former Manchester City and Barcelona striker Sergio Aguero believes Enzo Fernandez has already proven he can play in the Premier League. football.london understands Chelsea have held fresh talks with Benfica over a move for the Argentina international as they look to secure a £115million deal for the midfielder.
The Blues have shown a willingness to pay Fernandez's £105million release clause with reports suggesting the club are open to paying £10million more in order to structure the payments over a series of separate instalments - opposed to one lump sum. The 21-year-old has already agreed personal terms and is prepared to travel to London to complete the necessities ahead of a move to Stamford Bridge should Benfica accept Chelsea's offer.
Todd Boehly and other members of the board are leading negotiations with Benfica president Rui Costa having changed his plans to hold an internal meeting and make a final decision on Fernandez's future. Chelsea could move on Conor Gallagher to raise funds in their pursuit of the Argentinian midfielder, with Everton having submitted a £45million bid for the Blues' star, football.london understands.
