One time Manchester United target Mario Fernandes to face club in Champions League tonight.
The Brazilian Was the subject of much speculation last summer as a host of clubs lined up to sign the 25 year old Including Louis Van Gaal’s side.
HOWEVER, United DECIDED to go back for full Torino Matteo Darman who seems to be an inspired signing in this early part of the season.
Nonetheless, Fernandes Who also interested Arsenal and Borussia Dortmund is versatile and can also play at center back. This could be something Van Gaal still needs to look at as he continued to play roles that Daley Blind Alongside Chris Smalling.
The ex-Gremio man Fernandes played in all CSKA’s games he’s been available including 10 of 12 league games and Both matches in the Champions League Thus Far.
Were United quoted £ 20 million for Fernandes despite CSKA’s financial constraints it shows how much They look Their Brazilian defender. This although the 25 year old has only one cap for his country.
As for the game tonight it will be a chance for United fans to see what they missed out on first hand and the team will also have to be wary of the right backs attacking instincts having already got a goal and an assist to his name this campaign.
