Fer Nino is a young Spanish football player who is currently playing as a striker for the La Liga club RCD Mallorca. Before he joining the club on loan, he was playing for Villarreal.
His goal-scoring confidence and composure earn him a place in his coach’s heart, but there are other more experienced strikers on the team. This is why he is on loan to gain more experience and plenty of playing time.
He debuted for Spain’s Under-21 team in a match against Croatia on 31st May 2021. If he continues going like this, it would be a matter of a small time before he wins the heart of his senior national team coach.
2021/22 Player Profile
- Full Name: Fernando Nino Rodriguez
- Date of Birth: 24th October 2000
- Age:24 years old
- Place of Birth: Rota, Spain
- Nationality: Spain
- Position: Attack- Center Forward
- Foot: Right
- Current Club: RCD Mallorca
- Joined: 18th August 2021
- Contract Expires: 30th June 2022
- On Loan From: Villarreal CF
- Contract There Expires: 30th June 2024
- Youth Career: Rota, Cadiz, Balon de Cadiz, Villarreal
- Senior Career: Villarreal C, Villarreal B, Villarreal, RCD Mallorca (loan)
- National Team Career: Spain Under-21
- Parents: Fernando Nino (Father)
- Height: 6 feet 3 inches (1.90m)
- Weight: 75kg (165lbs)
- Player Agent: YOU FIRST SPORTS
- Current Market Value: €3 million
10 Interesting Facts About Fer Nino
1. How Old Is He?
Nino was born on 24th October 2000 in Rota, Spain to his father Fernando Nino, and his mother. Nothing tangible is known about his family, but it is obvious he is not the only child of his parents, he has other siblings.
From all indications, the young footballer shares a strong bond with his father, who supports him all the time. He is currently 24 years old.
2. He Rose Through Villarreal’s Youth Systems
He didn’t get to Villarreal’s first team by chance, he passed through the club’s youth ranks. He joined in 2016 and rose through the ranks to play for the club’s team C, with a debut in a 3-0 division 4 (Tercera division) away victory over Recambios Colon CD in August 2019.
The attacker scores his first senior goal when nets the opening in a 5-0 home thumping of UD Beniganim in October 2019. He was handed a first-team debut as a 2nd half substitute for Pau Torres in a 3-goals-to-nothing loss to Girona in the 2019/20 Copa del Ray.
3. First La Liga Appearance
Nino plays his first La Liga game for the club on 25th January 2020 in a 2-1 victory over Deportivo Alaves. He replaces Carlos Bacca in the 88th minute and scores the winning goal in the 89th minute.
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4. His Father Is a Retired Footballer
His father who also bears Fernando played football in the past. He was a central defender who spent most of his soccer career playing for RCD Mallorca. What a coincidence that his son went on loan to the club.
He retired from football in July 2009.
5. Nino’s Tackle Sends Wesley Fofana Out Of Action Until January 2022
His ugly challenge on Wesley Fofana sends Leicester City’s defender out of action until the new year. The preseason-friendly game which took place at the King Power Stadium in August 2021, saw the English club win 3-2, with Nino and Millan scoring a goal each for the visiting team.
7. He Is the Youngest Debut Goalscorer in Villarreal’s History
His winning goals against Deportiva Alaves on his La Liga debut broke an old record maintained by Giuseppe Rossi. Nino was barely 20 when he scored the goal, thus becoming the youngest Villarreal player to do so in the club’s history.
The young striker’s name is written in the club’s history books.
8. Is He In Any Relationship?
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The Spanish footballer is in a relationship with an amazing woman. Her name is not known because he hasn’t revealed it to the media, but there are pictures of her on his Instagram. It is also followed by captions that suggest they are very much in love with each other.
It is not exactly clear where and when they met and kicked things off. But from the dates on the Instagram photos, it is possible the relationship started before 2017.
9. His Height and Weight Is Fitting
Nino is quite tall, he stands at a height of 6 feet 3 inches. His body weighs 75kg (165lbs). A player with this height is a serious threat to defenders in aerial battle. He can score from corner kicks and set pieces.
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