Fernando Gómez Colomer (commonly known as Fernando) is a retired Spanish professional footballer, born on April 11, 1965, in Valencia, Spain. He is best known for his long and successful association with Valencia CF.

• Position: Attacking midfielder / Second striker
• Club career:
  • Valencia CF — Fernando was a product of Valencia’s youth system and spent the majority of his career at the club (early 1980s through mid-1990s, with later returns). He became one of the club’s most influential players and captains, noted for his creativity, goalscoring from midfield, and leadership.
  • He also had spells with other Spanish clubs later in his career, including Villarreal CF and Hércules CF.
• Appearances and goals: Over his career Fernando made several hundred appearances in La Liga and other competitions, scoring prolifically for a midfielder. He remains among Valencia’s all-time leading scorers (historical tallies list him with more than 150 goals in all competitions for the club when combining different spells).
• International career: Fernando earned caps for the Spain national team at senior level and represented Spain at youth levels earlier in his career.
• Style of play: Technically gifted, with good vision, set-piece ability, and a knack for late runs into the box. He combined playmaking with a consistent scoring threat.
• After retirement: Following his playing career, Fernando has been involved in coaching, sporting-director roles and media work, including positions within Valencia CF’s sporting structure at different times.

Legacy: Fernando is widely regarded by Valencia fans as a club legend for his loyalty, goal returns from midfield, and long-term contributions both on and off the pitch.