Liverpool 'agree' Fernandez transfer and pip Manchester rivals to Argentina star

Liverpool have reportedly won the race to sign Benfica and Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernandez.

The 21-year-old has had a meteoric rise in recent months after signing for Benfica in June from Argentinian giants River Plate.

Getty

Enzo Fernandez has registered three goals and five assists for Benfica this season

He helped lead the Portuguese side to top spot in a Champions League group containing Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain.

His quick adaptation to Europe earned him a place in Lionel Scaloni’s World Cup squad and has featured in every game in Qatar so far, registering one goal and one assist.

But it looks as though Fernandez’s World Cup heroics will be Benfica’s downfall according to La Capital, who claim the Reds have an agreement in place for his signature.

The report revealed that Liverpool have already held negotiations with Benfica and an arrangement is in place for his arrival in summer 2023.

Liverpool are believed to have swooped quickly for the Argentine sensation to fend off interest from Manchester United and City, who were expected to show an interest.

Getty

Fernandez has been in fine form for Argentina at the World Cup

Getty

Liverpool’s interest in Fernandez stretches back to his displays for Benfica this season

back

Ben White breaks silence for the first time since leaving England's World Cup camp

STARDUST

Hollywood A-lister becomes Bournemouth shareholder as £120m takeover completed

MOVE?

Maguire 'will leave Man United' and Tottenham tipped as good fit… 'but not Arsenal'

Star man

‘People thought I was mad' - Redknapp on decision to move Modric into central role

move

Haaland's dad Alfie hints at striker's Man City exit and when he could quit club

INSIGHT

Ronaldo posts cryptic Instagram story as star seeks new club after Man United exit

La Capital states: “Liverpool accelerated the efforts to incorporate Enzo Fernández and has already signed a pre-agreement with Benfica, the Portuguese club that has the federative rights of the young midfielder of the Argentine national team, who earned a place among the starters of Lionel Scaloni’s team during the World Cup in Qatar.

“The English club in this way anticipated two other greats in the Premier League, Manchester United and Manchester City, institutions that had also planned to add the former River and Defensa y Justicia since June 2023.”

Fernandez is gearing himself up for Tuesday’s World Cup semi-final against Croatia

Fernandez is preparing for Tuesday’s World Cup semi-final against Croatia with a place in Sunday’s final against either France or Morocco at stake.

After starting the tournament as a substitute, Scaloni has placed his trust in Fernandez and looks set to retain his place for Tuesday’s clash.

talkSPORT BET OFFER OF THE DAY

Bet £10 Get £30 In Free Bets* – CLAIM HERE

18+ Opt in, bet £10+ at odds 2.00+, in 7 days. No cash out. Get 3x £10 Free Bets on selected events. 7 day bonuses expiry. Card payments only. Click for T&Cs. BeGambleAware.org | Please gamble responsibly

SEE MORE WORLD CUP FREE BETS HERE

Originally Posted By Talk Sport