After retiring, Gelson Fernandes, former ASSE, spoke about his post-career he hopes in football.
Just retired from the field, Gelson Fernandes has scoured the countries during his career. Now, the tireless ex-midfielder, who played in Ligue 1 at ASSE (2009-2012) and Stade Rennais (2014-2017), wants to take the time to savor.
In an interview with the Swiss newspaper Le Matin, Gelson Fernandes spoke of the footballer’s small death. A course to pass for each player who stops his professional career: “Even though that’s what I chose because I wanted to stop at the highest level, I was dreading. I was even apprehensive about this “last time”, to live this moment which will never return. And it was not easy at all. When the Eintracht Frankfurt coach gave his last chat and then spoke about me, I even whined about it … I hate goodbyes. I made a career without left foot, without head game, without long game, without strike … but I had the head and the heart! “
At 33, the Swiss will discover the rest of his life. With his foaming experience in many clubs, and his globetrotting journey (he has played in 6 countries), the profile of Fernandes is scrutinized with attention. He has already refused proposals, some from France. “Several clubs, especially in France, have offered to take on a role of sports director, rejoices Fernandes. But, I declined their offers to stay with my daughter. She needs her daddy. “
Nevertheless, the ex-Green wants to remain in the top of European football. “I’m going to visit several big clubs in Europe to learn from people who are competent. Today, I’m starting almost from scratch. In the future, I want to keep having fun. Working for a big club is my goal. Teams that choose to play to win always end up winning and being rewarded over the length. “