Athletistic / Football. Zenit defender Mario Fernandez continues to recover from injury. In this context, the 34-year-old Brazilian, holder of a Russian passport, could retire at the end of this season.
According to RIA Novosti Sport, Fernandez will definitely not participate in Zenit’s remaining matches of the 2023/2024 season. The source claims that Mario, along with his entourage, is considering the possibility of ending his sporting career.
Mario Fernandez joined Zenit in the summer of 2023. Almost a year ago, he signed a contract with the Bleus-Blanc-Ciel until June 30, 2024, with the possibility of extending the employment contract for 12 additional months. This season, the defender has played 18 matches in all competitions. The Transfermarkt portal estimates his market value at 2 million euros.
For 10 years – from 2012 to 2022 – Mario Fernandez was a player for CSKA Moscow.
Source: Sport
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