Fernandinho has been an integral member of Manchester City's squad for almost nine years now, a testament to his superb technical ability, longevity and leadership qualities. However, at 36 years old, the future of City's Brazilian skipper is a subject that can no longer be ignored.
Fernandinho has played a bit-part role for Pep Guardiola's side of late, largely due to the brilliance of Rodri but also because of the toll age has inevitably taken on his physical abilities. He is still more than capable of playing at the elite level, but he is not the all-action defensive midfielder he once was.
The MEN Sport understands that City and Guardiola would like Fernandinho to stay for another season, but have been looking at potential replacements as the final decision rests with the player himself. The midfielder believes that he can play at the top level for a few more years, and while he loves the club and life in Manchester, he would have liked to have played more this season.
