César Luis Merlo reports that Leandro Fernández is returning to Defensa y Justicia after leaving Argentinos Juniors. The 35-year-old Argentinian winger has rescinded his contract with Argentinos Juniors and signed a new deal with Defensa y Justicia until December 2027. He joined Argentinos Juniors in January 2026 and made 7 appearances in the Torneo Apertura. His current market value is listed by Transfermarkt as €300k.