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MANNY: WHY I'M BACK
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Manuel Fernandes is delighted at his Goodison return - and has set his sights on helping the Blues secure a top four finish.
Manuel Fernandes is delighted at his Goodison return - and has set his sights on helping the Blues secure a top four finish.
The Portuguese international completed the paperwork on his loan move from Valencia on Friday but his international clearance was not secured in time for him to play in the victory over Manchester City.
He has now set his sights on Sunday's trip to Wigan and has laid to rest the rumours following last summer's transfer saga.
In an exclusive interview with evertonTV he said: "I am really happy. I was sad when I left in the summer but the most important thing now is that I am here and I want to help the team.
"I heard stories I wanted to leave but that is not true. If that was the case I wouldn't have come back now. It was difficult with a club and a group owning me - that was the difficult part in the negotiations but the important thing now is that I am back.
"Knowing the people and knowing the club played a big part in my decision to come here again. This is the best team for me.
"I hope we can consolidate fourth place. It will be difficult to get up to third but we want to stay as high as possible."
First team opportunities have been limited at Valencia for Fernandes following the appointment of former Dutch international Ronald Koeman.
It has made the welcome he has received from the supporters all the more pleasing.
He added: "The fans I have seen have been really nice. It is nice to come and know your work is appreciated. When you are in a place and things don't go well you start thinking if you made the right decision.
"I think this is a good move. Permanent would be better but I will enjoy it for six months. The togetherness there is here is the kind of thing I have not seen in many clubs. That is the real strength of this team."
Has Fernandes been impressed by the progress made by the side in Europe and domestically in the first half of this campaign?
"I am not impressed by what the side has achieved this season because I know what the team is capable of from my time here and they have brought more quality players in," he explains.
"Players who were injured last season are playing now and I think the team is really strong. I have come to help as much as I can.
"I have come to a club I already know and it will be easy to fit in again.
"I am not in top condition because I haven't played as readily as I would have liked but it is good we don't play until Sunday so I have seven days to get as fit as possible.
"I hope to be in the team and I will be working hard to do that. I hope the international clearance comes through in a few days."
To see this interview in full, visit evertonTV now.
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Richard ReadSign the lad permanent in the summer. All the supporters want it and so does he. £12 million is an investment for a 21 year old as good as Manny. Another step in the right direction. Well done.
Friday 18th January 22:55 Report Comment- Login to Reply
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linda dodgsongreat to see you back Manny with the mighty blues lets hope we can make it a permanent deal this time from the dodgers COYB
Thursday 17th January 19:12 Report CommentAndrew ForsythGood to see you back Manny, hope you are back for good this time, and what great news you ARE eligible for the UEFA Cup!
Thursday 17th January 08:58 Report Commentjim farleyWelcome back, we need your strength and guile in midfield!
Tuesday 15th January 10:17 Report Comment- Login to Reply
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Bob SmallA fantastic player indeed, and I am glad to have him back! However, respect where it is due - Pienaar has been outstanding for us this season. And, while it is extremely important that we sign Manny (a truly class act) our main priority should be to ensure Pienaar stays on Merseyside. Pienaar is true blue and I am really looking to see how he plays with Manny - what a mid-field. COYB!
Tuesday 15th January 09:30 Report Comment- Login to Reply
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Tim Watsonid put money on moyes making a offer for a permanent move at the end of the season, Ronald Koeman doesn't play manny enough.
Monday 14th January 23:01 Report Comment- Login to Reply
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GRAEME WHARTONYet again a true blue comes home, lets make this it a perminent move this time,WE ALL WANT YOU AT GOODISON.
Monday 14th January 20:32 Report Comment- Login to Reply
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Paul Ellamgood to see fernandes back at a club that sees his potential, now dont waltz off to somewhere else come the summer manny! you belong here and with your help we will get the trophies you seek
Monday 14th January 18:27 Report Comment- Login to Reply
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Carl OsborneFernandes what a legend! made up your back jus wish it could be permanent. I hope Valencia see sense an realise the lad needs to be playin regularly and that the place he can do that and WANTS to do that is at goodison park. Well in Moyesy and everyone involved COYB!!!
Monday 14th January 16:21 Report Comment- Login to Reply
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Jeremy WallaceGood to see you back with the Mighty Blues. Here's to more goals like the one against Utd last season.
Monday 14th January 14:14 Report CommentDean DraperWelcome back Manny, hope to see you scoring some more amazing goals like the one against United. Well played Moyesey for signing such a quality player. Glad to see you can play in europe! COYB
Monday 14th January 12:13 Report Comment- Login to Reply
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Jonathan Richardsonyour failure to sign in the summer almost certainly heralded the move for Steven Pienaar, which has turned out to be a great silver lining. here's hoping you recapture your form of last season and then we look forward to DM making both you and steven permanent signings.
Monday 14th January 10:50 Report Comment- Login to Reply
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arthur jonesAre you sure about being ineligible for the Uefa cup games ? anyway I was made up to hear of the return of Manny , a very positive move for both of us . My hospital appointment is next week , to have the smile on my face surgically removed !
Monday 14th January 10:50 Report CommentJustin BryantWelcome back lad as I am a HUGE fan of yours. Cant wait to see you back and lets make the move permanent In the Summer.
Monday 14th January 10:14 Report Comment- Login to Reply
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Craig Tearenice to see you back manny, shame you cannot play in the uefa but you will be a vital player for us now till the end of season, and hopefully your move will be made permanent
Monday 14th January 08:30 Report Comment- Login to Reply
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George evertoni always thought u didnt choose not to come to us it was to do with that 3rd party stuff... BUT i am glad u r back manny and i hope we sign u for good after your loan spell u r a great player... and the best things i remember u r when u skinned 3 arsenal players when we played them at home and that goal u scored against utd... i am made up to c u back mate
Monday 14th January 08:05 Report Comment- Login to Reply
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Porter RichardGlad to see you back so make it count and put your loyalty to Everton, and make a permanent move to Everton in the summer, It would be the icing on the cake if you can put one in against Chelsea when they come to Goodison, Go well Manny.
Monday 14th January 07:50 Report Comment- Login to Reply
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Paul TurnerWelcome back manny! sure whatever happened in the summer hasn't been forgotten but your back now an thats the main thing we need all the help we can get if we want to push on into the top four...
Monday 14th January 01:13 Report Comment- Login to Reply
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Lloyd OttleyI like many Evertonians was gutted when you left for Valencia in the summer! From what I saw, I really believed that you could be the final piece of the jigsaw to take us to the next level! The skill, technique and strength you displayed against Arsenal and Portsmouth, plus 'that' goal against Man U, will live long in the memory! I really hope this time your stay is permanent and you realise your undoubted potential to become the next 'Everton Legend!' Boa sorte! :)
Monday 14th January 00:34 Report Comment- Login to Reply
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Matthew HaleGreat ! with some of our most important players gone to the african nations cup we need some more flare. we lacked a bit of creativity against man city and his skill in centre mid can help us a great deal...good look manuel !!
Sunday 13th January 23:59 Report Comment- Login to Reply
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Stephen CampbellWelcome back Manuel, there's no doubt you have star quality - As long as you get your head down and work hard, there's no reason why you can't help us finish in the top 4!
Sunday 13th January 23:58 Report Comment- Login to Reply
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Neil MatthewsGreat to see you back Manny. Good positive comments and a typical EFC style attitude. Lets hope you perform as well for us as last season and this time we keep you here! Best of luck
Sunday 13th January 23:49 Report Comment- Login to Reply
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Stephen Linden-wyattGood to see Manny here, shame he can't play in the uefa cup but lets hope the move happens next summer too.
Sunday 13th January 22:06 Report Comment
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