Fernandinho already has three proposals on the table ahead of his Manchester City exit, a reporter has revealed – but his preference is another.
Even Pep Guardiola was taken by surprise when Fernandinho announced his intention to leave Manchester City at a press conference earlier this week. Although accepting his lesser playing role, the club captain revealed he wants to continue his career elsewhere.
He simply replied, “I don’t think so” when asked if he would renew his contract. Later, he clarified that he “will go back to Brazil”.
Even though Fernandinho is out of contract in the summer anyway, it was news to manager Guardiola. He in turn vowed to speak with his skipper in the summer after admitting he “didn’t know” his plans.
A tweet from the midfielder later also confirmed he would not be discussing his future again until the end of the season after speaking spontaneously.
But that will not stop rumours arising about where he may be playing his football next season. Accordingly, Globo Esporte journalist Nadja Mauad has now shed light on Fernandinho’s suitors.
Mauad claims Fernandinho has been approached by Corinthians, Botafogo and Flamengo ahead of his free agency.
Flamengo finished second in the 2021 edition of the Brazilian Serie A. Corinthians finished fifth, enough to qualify for the Copa Libertadores group stage. Botafogo, meanwhile, won promotion from the second tier; they are ambitious after Crystal Palace co-owner John Textor became a majority shareholder.
Therefore, any of the three destinations would seemingly appeal. But according to Mauad, Fernandinho has his sights set elsewhere.
Preferably, the 36-year-old wants to return to Athletico Paranaense, the club where he began his career between 2002 and 2005.
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