Is He Calling it Quits or Kicking On? …
Fernandinho, the on-field maestro who once graced Manchester City with his dazzling skills, currently finds himself without a club to call home. Having left Atletico Paranaense at the start of 2023, the buzz around town is whether he’s hanging up his boots or donning a coaching whistle. After an injury saw his Brazilian club demoted, Fernandinho left his boyhood team, hinting at a “new path” with mysterious flair, but still avoiding the dreaded “R” word – retirement.
In a twist of football fate, a City Studios documentary rolls the cameras on Fernandinho’s final samba in Brazil. Our protagonist shares a cheeky phone call with none other than City’s Sporting Director, Txiki Begiristain. Txiki’s curious if the Brazilian water-stepping wonder is ready to manage sideline tactics. Fernandinho, ever the tease, hints: “Maybe in January when I’m in Manchester, we’ll talk about my destiny!” Ah, the plot thickens!
While chatting up Begiristain, who secretly dreams of yoga and paella post-season, Fernandinho also entertains thoughts of defying time as a player. Rumor has it he might join Pep’s coaching troupe, but not before some comedic pitch antics involving dragging himself to glory. In January, the City fans might just get a glimpse of their beloved captain, whether he’s in sneakers or boots!
