Fernández is ready to face Coventry, says Maresca

The Argentinian midfielder along with new wingers Allan Elias and Iliman Ndiaye signed after our 4-1 away to Crystal Palace on Friday night but are in contention to start City’s game at the Etihad Stadium.

With the transfer window closing on Tuesday, the City boss says he is delighted with the make-up of his squad for the season.

Fernández has played only 25 minutes for Chelsea this season ahead of his move, but will be ready to make his debut.

“Enzo is ready, yes,” he said in his press conference ahead of Saturday’s game with Coventry at 15:00 (UK).

“I know Enzo quite well and I know what he can bring to the team.

“He is a winner, with a winner’s mentality and knows how to win. The World Cup, Club World Cup… the main thing is he’s a winner.”

The Italian were also delighted to see him arrive at the Club after the deal was concluded on deadline day.

“He’s a winner,” he added. “When you belong to a squad and another winner arrives, they are always happy.

“I can promise you that in the last five days, four or five players came to ask is he coming or not. It’s very important he’s with us.”

Maresca also gave a squad update confirming that Matheus Nunes is fit to return after missing the trip to Selhurst Park.

However, Jeremy Doku, who has not featured since the Community Shield curtain-raiser, will not be ready.

“Jeremy is still out,” the Italian added. “Matheus is back, and he will be with us tomorrow.

“In terms of Coventry, these are the games that we need to pay attention and be fully focused otherwise it can be tricky.”