Fernandinho left City as the club’s most decorated player and stated it was a dream to wear the Paranaense shirt again 17 years later. He has signed a two-year contract and will wear the number five shirt.
“Without a doubt, I am fulfilling a personal goal, a dream to put on the Athletico shirt again,” he stated at a press conference on Monday, announcing his intention to retire after his new contract expires.
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“Create a brand that will allow me to complete my career with only three clubs: two in Europe and one in Brazil.”
“I’m happy, and I want to thank my family for their unwavering support in this decision.” At that time, not only my heart, but all of us, ended up shouting louder. We received numerous proposals from other clubs in Brazil and overseas. But the most prudent decision was to return home and give Athletico my all right now.”
Official, confirmed. Fernandinho has joined Athletico Paranaense on a free move after leaving Manchester City, he’s back where he wanted to finish his career. 💙🇧🇷 #MCFC
Contract signed, new chapter for Fernandinho. pic.twitter.com/w7akrbGPFE
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 27, 2022
“Athletico’s ambition, is to return to his home,” remarked President Mario Celso Petraglia. We stayed in touch for years after he was traded to Shakhtar Donetsk. We follow his illustrious career.
“He was, without a doubt, the athlete with the most prominent among those who passed through here.” Kleberson was a five-time world champion, but his career was not as successful as Fernandinho’s.
“It will help us with the level shift we’re working on.” It was difficult to bring in Fernandinho. He made it clear from the start that he intended to return to Athletico. But there is the pressure from the entire globe, as well as several Brazilian teams, to include him in the squad. He remained faithful, as a decent son of the family should.”
