Roberto Fernández, forged at Nervión, earns first Spain call-up after flying start | OneFootball

Roberto Fernández has earned his first Spain senior call-up under Luis de la Fuente after a blistering start, the RCD Espanyol striker scoring six goals in six LaLiga matches following formative years in Sevilla’s academy.

According to Zona Mixta, the Puente Genil forward joined Sevilla at 13 and spent three seasons there from 2014 to 2017.

His route then took him through Córdoba CF, Málaga CF, Barça Atlètic and Sporting de Braga before Espanyol, where he has emerged as a key attacking presence this term.

Fernández’s form has placed him among LaLiga’s standout strikers. Internationally, he had already featured for Spain Under-21s and took part in the 2025 European Championship with La Rojita.

He had recently said he was watching de la Fuente’s list and that fulfilling a childhood dream would feel special.

His Sevilla spell included life in the club residence. The early months proved difficult after his roommate left, yet he stayed to complete his education before returning to Córdoba.

At Málaga he debuted in Segunda División, later scoring 20 goals in Primera Federación to aid promotion. A stint at Sporting de Braga preceded a January 2025 loan to Espanyol, who exercised the option and tied him down until 2031.

Source: La Colina De Nervion

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