Chelsea Football Club has confirmed that Enzo Fernandez will not be leaving the team after a deadline for Manchester City's bid to sign the Argentine midfielder passed at 5pm BST on Monday. The Blues had set a strict deadline for City to submit an offer for the highly sought-after player, with the Premier League side reportedly ready to meet the £120 million valuation. However, officials stated that no bid was received from City before the deadline, and it is understood that Fernandez will now remain at Stamford Bridge for the foreseeable future. Chelsea's decision is a significant blow to Manchester City's hopes of strengthening their midfield, with Fernandez widely regarded as one of the best young players in the world. The 22-year-old has been a key player for Chelsea this season, helping the team to establish themselves as title contenders in the Premier League. Fernandez's future had been the subject of intense speculation in recent weeks, with City and Chelsea engaged in a lengthy and complex transfer saga. The player's agent had been in talks with City officials, but it emerged today that no formal bid was submitted before the deadline. Chelsea's stance on the matter has been consistent, with officials stating that the club would only consider selling Fernandez if they received a suitable offer. The Blues have been keen to keep hold of the midfielder, who has become a fan favourite.