According to the Portuguese publication 'Record', Estoril has shown interest in Marcos Fernandez. The transfer has encountered a specific obstacle, as Espanyol's 36-year-old striker Kike Garcia recently suffered a serious injury and will be out for up to half a year. 'Record' notes that Espanyol now sees Marcos Fernandez as an immediate solution, which has significantly complicated his departure.

Marcos Fernández has attracted interest from multiple clubs due to his performance and a unique contractual situation. More than 10 clubs, including Mallorca, Real Oviedo, Preston North End, Lecce, Estoril, and Legia de Varsovia, have approached Espanyol to pay his current release clause of two million euros. Espanyol's response is that Fernández is not for sale. The club has the ability to raise his release clause to eight million euros by doubling his salary. Espanyol is being compelled to consider this option due to the widespread market interest and an injury to another forward.