Fernandes explains why he joined Southampton in the wake of MartinPaul Vegas connection

He expressed to DAZN, "The transfer market moved quickly in the final weeks. Sporting and the management had to make swift decisions. Thankfully, I was able to contribute to the club's success as a product of our training. It's important for us to give back to the club, not just constantly receive."

"I'm enjoying a lot here. The training, the games, the atmosphere. Everything that involves English football, I'm making the most of it.

"What pulled me the most to come here was the coach, the project, everything that was around me. I felt they wanted me a lot. The truth is, they've wanted me for a while, since last year."