Fernando eager for Premier League move

Fernando has decided that he wants to play football in the Premier League next season, according to the Brazilian's agent.

The Porto midfielder was repeatedly linked with a move to Manchester City in January but a proposed transfer was reportedly rejected by the Portuguese club.

However, City have been given fresh hope that they might secure his services in the next transfer window following comments from his representative.

"God willing, Fernando will play in the Premier League," Antonio Araujo told reporters. "Manchester City were a strong candidate but were not alone in the race.

"He had a good contract from Monaco but Porto found out that proposal was inconsistent with his claims."

Fernando joined Porto from Vila Nova in 2007.