Mateus Fernandes (footballer)

Mateus Gonçalo Espanha Fernandes (born 10 July 2004) is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Primeira Liga club Estoril, on loan from Sporting CP.

Professional career
Fernandes is a youth product of his local club Olhanense, and moved to Sporting CP's youth academy in 2016. He was promoted to their B-team for the 2021–22 season. On 14 October 2022, he signed a professional contract with the club tying him until 2027 with a release clause of €60 million. He made his professional and senior debut with Sporting as a late substitute in a 3–1 Primeira Liga win over Casa Pia on 22 October 2022.

On 29 August 2023, Primeira Liga club Estoril announced the signing of Fernandes on a season-long loan from Sporting.

International career
Fernandes is a youth international for Portugal, having played up to the Portugal U21s.