The end of the January transfer window is fast approaching, but that isn't deterring Chelsea, who remain locked in talks with Benfica over a potential club-record deal for Argentine star Enzo Fernandez.
Chelsea have a little more than 24 hours to reach an agreement with the Portuguese giants, who have thus far been adamant Fernandez will not depart unless his £105million release clause is paid – and in full – before tomorrow evening's 11pm deadline.
That is not a structure Chelsea's hierarchy, which remains confident a deal can be struck, have been willing to accept. An offer of a guaranteed £105million is understood to have been made today, but the fee would be spread across several instalments. Something will have to give if Fernandez is to relocate to Stamford Bridge.
