Roberto Fernández performance and national team call-up

Overview

Espanyol striker Roberto Fernández has experienced a significant rise in form during the early stages of the LaLiga season. Following a period of limited success at Sporting de Braga, Fernández began the season with a scoring streak that prompted Espanyol manager Manolo González to suggest the player could be playing for Manchester City by next year if his performance continues.

His momentum continued as he reached six goals in his first six league matches. This performance resulted in his first call-up to the Spanish national team by manager Luis de la Fuente, making him the 49th player in RCD Espanyol history to be selected for the senior national squad and the first from the club since Joselu Mato in March 2023. Since joining the club in January 2025, the 24-year-old has recorded 19 goals in 65 matches.

Following his recent form, which includes scoring six goals in seven matches, FC Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has reportedly expressed interest in signing Fernández. This potential move comes amid previous transfer tensions between Espanyol and Barcelona regarding the player Joan García in June 2025.

Entities

Roberto Fernández · RCD Espanyol · Spain national football team · Sporting de Braga · Luis de la Fuente

Timeline

1 day ago

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FC Barcelona interested in RCD Espanyol player Roberto Fernández
FC Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has reportedly requested the club's interest in RCD Espanyol player Roberto Fernández following his strong start to the LaLiga season.
4 days ago

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Roberto Fernández called up to Spain national team
RCD Espanyol striker Roberto Fernández has earned his first call-up to the Spanish national football team following a strong start to the season with six goals in six matches.
7 days ago

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Roberto Fernández draws Manchester City comparisons after LaLiga scoring streak
Espanyol striker Roberto Fernández has scored five goals in five LaLiga matches, prompting manager Manolo González to suggest the 24-year-old could join Manchester City next year if his form continues.

Sources

ahora.com.pe · diariogol.com · elnacional.cat · footiledefrance.fr · maisfutebol.iol.pt · mundodeportivo.com · premierleaguebrasil.com.br

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