Fernandinho retires from football: “now it’s time to enjoy my family” | OneFootball

The recent words of Fernandinho, former icon of Manchester City and the Brazilian national team, mark a decisive moment: the midfielder announces he is tired and ready to dedicate himself to his family.

Fernandinho retires from football: "now is the time to enjoy my family"

Fernandinho's statements, one of the most complete and respected midfielders of his generation, quickly spread throughout the football world. "I am exhausted running for just over 30 minutes. Nothing motivates me in football anymore, I have already achieved so much in this sport. I enjoyed myself and gave everything I could. Now is the time to enjoy my family," said the Brazilian, suggesting that his farewell to playing football is now imminent.

After an extraordinary career with Manchester City, Shakhtar Donetsk, and the Brazilian national team, Fernandinho seems ready to put a definitive end to his professional journey. With the Citizens, he won the Premier League, national cups, and was a cornerstone of Pep Guardiola's playing system, becoming one of its symbols for tactical intelligence, leadership, and consistency.

The Brazilian, now 39 years old, had already expressed in recent months the desire to slow down, but these words mark a clear change of pace: more than just an outburst, they seem to announce a precise choice. Football loses an exemplary professional, but Fernandinho gains what he desires most: time, serenity, and the opportunity to fully dedicate himself to his family, after years lived at the highest competitive level.

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