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Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes has criticised Bruno Fernandes' post-match comments after United's opening-day loss to Hull at the weekend.
Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez is wanted by Manchester City (Picture: Getty) Manchester City are preparing a fresh bid for Enzo Fernandez and hope to sign the Chelsea midfielder before the transfer window closes. The Argentina international’s future has been a subject of intense speculation all summer long with new City boss Enzo Maresca keen to be reunited with a player he coached during his time at Stamford Bridge. City’s engine room has undergone a major transformation over the summer with Rodri, Bernardo Silva and Tijjani Reijnders all having departed. Nico Gonalez, meanwhile, is on the cusp of joining Newcastle while Rico Lewis, who started Sunday’s game against Bournemouth, has appeared surplus to requirements before a spree of exits. Exclusive Premier League previews Get ahead of the start of the season with our weekly football newsletter. Sign up now for free. The signings of Elliot Anderson and Ayyoub Bouaddi represent significant additions, but City’s engine room is still in need of reinforcements and Fernandez remains their primary target. Chelsea initially set a deadline of last Friday for their Premier League rivals to sign the former Benfica star but, according to Fabrizio Romano, they remain open to a sale on two conditions. The Blues will not budge on their valuation and want at least £120million for the 25-year-old. Enzo Fernandez was booed during Chelsea’s win over Fulham (picture: Getty) Chelsea are also reluctant to sell until they have a replacement lined up but their two top targets, Bournemouth’s Alex Scott and Arsenal’s Martin Zubimendi, are not for sale. The Gunners Spain international has fallen behind Myles Lewis-Skelly in Mikel Arteta’s pecking order but the former Real Sociedad star remains a key part of the Premier League champions’ plans. ‘No, he’s a really important player,’ said Arteta last week when asked if the World Cup winner was up for sale. {"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@type":"VideoObject","name":"Alonso puts focus on Chelsea attack after 3-2 win over Fulham","contentUrl":"https:\/\/videos.metro.co.uk\/video\/met\/2026\/08\/25\/8750973078746476915\/480x270_MP4_8750973078746476915.mp4","description":"Xabi Alonso called on his attacking trio of Cole Palmer, Morgan Rogers and Joao Pedro to lead and inspire Chelsea this season after their goals helped begin his tenure began with a 3-2 victory over Fulham at Craven Cottage.","duration":"T6M8S","height":270,"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/i.dailymail.com\/1s\/2026\/08\/25\/07\/110833415-0-image-a-1_1787638549134.jpg","uploadDate":"2026-08-25T07:15:36+0100","width":480} To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Up Next Previous Page Next Page window.addEventListener('metroVideo:relatedVideosCarouselLoaded', function(data) { if (typeof(data.detail) === 'undefined' || typeof(data.detail.carousel) === 'undefined' || typeof(data.detail.carousel.el_) === 'undefined') { return; } var player = data.detail.carousel.el_; var container = player.closest('.metro-video-player'); var placeholder = container.querySelector('.metro-video-player__up-next-placeholder'); if (placeholder) { container.removeChild(placeholder); container.classList.add('metro-video-player--related-videos-loaded'); } }); ‘Without a doubt, he was one of the best players for Arsenal last season. ‘Without him, we would never have got into the position that we got into in the last few weeks.’ Bournemouth, too, are determined to keep hold of Scott who has been the subject of one failed bid already this summer. Comment now Comments Add Metro as a Preferred Source on Google Add as preferred source
Fulham host Chelsea at Craven Cottage in Matchday 1 of the 2026–27 Premier League season. Here are all the details on how to watch this west London derby live in the United States. Here are all of the details of where you can watch Fulham vs Chelsea on US television and via legal streaming: WHO: Fulham vs Chelsea WHAT: Premier League WHEN: 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT • Monday, August 24, 2026 WHERE: Fubo STREAM: WATCH NOW Match Overview Fulham kicks off their new era under manager Álvaro Arbeloa with a high-stakes West London derby. The Cottagers transformed Craven Cottage into a fortress last season, securing the sixth-best home record in the Premier League with an impressive 35 points from a possible 57. Their defense was particularly stout, with only Manchester City and Arsenal conceding fewer goals on home soil. The challenge now is to maintain that dominance without the guidance of former manager Marco Silva, making this opening test a crucial indicator of their direction. Across London, Chelsea arrives with an urgent mandate for redemption. After a deeply disappointing 10th-place finish last season, the club has invested heavily and placed its faith in celebrated new head coach Xabi Alonso. The pressure is immense for the Blues to make an immediate statement and prove they are once again contenders for European qualification. An opening-day victory against a fierce local rival is not just desired; it is expected, as Alonso looks to implement his winning blueprint from day one. Tactical Analysis & Match Context This match presents a fascinating clash of clubs on different trajectories. Fulham aims to build upon the stability of a mid-table finish, but must navigate the transition to a new manager while integrating fresh talent. In contrast, Chelsea is in the midst of a comprehensive overhaul, banking on Alonso’s tactical genius and a massive summer spending spree to erase the memory of a frustrating campaign. The Blues are starting from a lower base but have far greater resources and expectations. The tactical battle will likely be defined by Chelsea’s aggressive, possession-based style. Alonso’s teams are known for their high press, and Chelsea’s squad is already suited for it, having allowed the fewest passes per defensive action in the league last season. This puts immense pressure on Fulham to be precise and composed when playing out from the back. The game could be won or lost based on how Fulham’s midfield copes with Chelsea’s relentless pressure and whether they can exploit the space left behind on the counter-attack. Motivation is sky-high on both sides. For Chelsea, anything less than a win would be seen as a setback, reigniting supporter frustration after a summer of renewed hope. They need to set the tone for a return to the top four. For Fulham, this is an opportunity to prove their progress is sustainable beyond Marco Silva. Defending their home turf against their wealthy neighbors and giving Arbeloa a signature win to start his tenure would provide a massive psychological boost for the season ahead. Head-to-Head Record & Historic Trends Historically, the West London derby has been dominated by Chelsea. Across 95 official meetings, the Blues have claimed victory 54 times compared to just 14 for Fulham, with 27 matches ending in a draw. This long-term record paints a clear picture of Chelsea’s superiority in the fixture over the decades. However, recent encounters have been far more competitive, suggesting the gap has narrowed. Over the last five matchups, Chelsea holds a slender 3-2 advantage. Last season, the home team won each fixture; Chelsea secured a 2-0 victory at Stamford Bridge, while Fulham earned a memorable 2-1 win at Craven Cottage in January. This trend highlights the critical role home-field advantage has played in this derby lately. Looking at the data, goals are a common feature. Both teams have scored in three of the last four meetings between the clubs. The average number of goals per game in t
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