Dro Fernandez will join Paris Saint-Germain during the January transfer window after leaving FC Barcelona. But how did Luis Enrique manage to pull off this incredible coup?
Although Rodrigo Mora or Maghnes Akliouche were anticipated by PSG supporters, Dro Fernandez is the long-awaited first addition to the attacking department this winter.
Enrique Important In Convincing Fernandez
Fabrizio Romano claimed that PSG and Barcelona have come to a complete agreement for a sum that is marginally higher than the £5.1 million (€6 million) release clause, with reports putting the figure at about £7.2 million (€8.5 million).
To keep good relations with Barcelona, the French club purposefully decided not to activate the release clause.
To the dismay of the Catalan club, who already regret this decision, the 18-year-old is scheduled to sign a four-and-a-half-year contract that will last until June 2030.
According to AS as claimed by Sports Mole, Dro Fernandez was persuaded to leave Catalonia for PSG by Luis Enrique in person.
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The prospect of playing for the Spanish coach appeals to the 18-year-old. In a further turn of events, both men are represented by the same agent, Ivan de la Pena, which surely made discussions easier for all parties.
Only two of Dro Fernandez’s five appearances since the season’s commencement have been as a starter, one of which came during Barcelona’s convincing 6-1 Champions League triumph over Olympiakos.
With his first professional assist, the Spaniard put on an outstanding performance. However, Fernandez was demanding more playing time despite being young, something Hansi Flick was unable to grant.
On the other hand, Fernandez is a player that Enrique believes has the potential to upend the Parisian hierarchy. According to reports, the 55-year-old coach promised him a lot more playing time than he had at Barcelona.
Fernandez has undoubtedly observed that Enrique trusts incredibly young players without difficulty.
This deal is a wonderful fit with the European champions’ sports approach, since they need technical reinforcement for their attacking play.
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