The 24-year-old, who switched from Peterborough United in a £3 million deal, has quickly become a crucial component of Danny Rohl’s side. With 26 appearances and six goals under his belt in his debut season, his contributions have not gone unnoticed.
Fernandez, who qualifies to play for Nigeria through his parents, has been notified of his call-up. Eric Chelle, the Nigeria boss, was on the lookout for new blood to strengthen his team last month.
Fernandez stood out as a fitting choice to fulfil this role. His call-up to the squad is a testament to his impressive form. Nigeria is due to compete in a four-team tournament scheduled for the end of March.
Previously set to be held in the Jordanian capital Amman, the venue has been relocated to Antalya, Turkey, due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.The Jordanian Football Association released a statement declaring: “The Jordanian Football Association has decided to move the matches of the four-team international friendly tournament, scheduled for March 2026, to be held in the Turkish city of Antalya, due to the current situation in the region and the limited movement of people.”
