Fernandinho signs one year contract extension (Pg 91)

[LongsightM13]

Still the best and most mobile player we have in that position, and by some distance

 

[Sir peace frog]

Difficult one, it appears he his loved around the club and he no doubt doesn't want to uproot his family but he will be on big wages and we do have to be a bit ruthless on the business side. Yet another legend going out behind closed doors is very sad, at this rate our pre season next year will just be testimonials.

which imo would be great, 5 or six games at home to prepare for the new season,no traveling and a big goodbye to some of our greatest ever players.

 

[leo_city]

No he shouldn't

 

[MichaelFrontzeck'sBathroom]

Absolutely, still playing at a very high level. Dreading the day he leaves

 

[daflanger]

From an on the pitch point of view it maybe a mistake, but if Messi does come I can't help feel it's more of the potential of money he'd bring in. I think about how many people from around the world would tune in to City games just out of curiosity. He's a cash cow. There could be a huge number of young kids out there becoming City fans from South America to Asia and where ever else. It could boost our sponsorship and money for the future.
Fern, I love him and what he's done for us, but we need to move on at some point Messi or no Messi. Now's probably the best time.

Honestly I don't think we need the extra money from Messi. My worry is that he will take the spot light and will get all the attention for not doing anything extra meanwhile some of our current players like KDB, Gundo, Stones and others who have been excelling and deserve to be our main stars will be side stepped.

I don't think many Man City players will eventually be happy when he will be the center of attention! We will lose the family feeling of the team. I worry about that

Ferna can stay on like Viera did to support the team from the bench and maybe in a supportive coaching role. He loves the club and is ready to stay. And he still plays as if he is 28!

 

[ShaunMCFC]

I’d only entertain keeping him one more year if he understands clearly that we are buying a younger replacement and he is 3rd choice DM behind Rodri and the new guy. And that means starting no more than 4 or 5 league games all year barring a bunch of injuries. If that’s how he wants to spend his final year(s) then fine, I’d let him. But I expect him to decide that’s not for him. It’s a good time to leave. What a legend.

Arguably I’d put him in front of Rodri for a starting place. He’s still class even at his age

 

[Whether or not]

Absolutely, still our best central midfielder by a distance, and a natural athlete, which offsets his age somewhat.

 

[wythenshaweblue£££]

He’s still rolling back the years we seen how good he played against the rags the other week pick and choose his games if he wants to stay.

 

[Chi-town blues]

Still got two more season at minimum. Sign him up

 

[bearcityblu]

You can see how good he still is, no drop off in performance.

 

[BlueMoonRisin’]

Definitely needs another year, and if he's still good enough after that then another year. Then get him behind the scenes as a coach. The man has been a Colossus player and was our most important player for several seasons. I can't fault Fernandinho, I really cant.

 

[leeneel]

Yes. Whilst the legs might slow down a player like this plays the game with his brain and he is still one of the best at doing what he does for us.

A talisman for the club.

 

[citymad]

Extend his contract please. His leadership and ability is still there and he deserves it.

 

[Roachy]

I wish City would scour the globe for a early - mid twenties player like him, there has to be someone similar. Has been as near a perfect midfielder as you could ever imagine.

 

[Russian Hat]

Give him another year maybe two and make him a coach.

 

[waspish]

If we buy another midfielder this summer he won’t be playing that many games. Does he want to keep playing every game or weekly If so he will move on. If he is fine only playing occasionally give him a new contract and a coaching role.

 

[Gareth Barry Conlon]

I think he has more mobility than Gundo. If he is up for it he might as well play on for another year.

 

[Manchester_lalala]

Deserves another year. He’s still the best in his position.

 

[Chi-town blues]

He may not have the legs but he is one cunning player . He reads the game like the boss .

 

[wythenshaweblue£££]

Incredible football brain on the pitch and can still play an important part of our season squad in the future no doubt he will stay another season if he wants to.