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Forestieri ready for fresh challenge at Oxford City

Former Sheffield Wednesday, Watford and Udinese forward Fernando Forestieri says he joined sixth tier side Oxford City for a fresh challenge.

By Dan George · BBC Sport

Published: Monday, 12 October 2026 at 4:00 PM

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Oxford City have signed former Watford and Sheffield Wednesday forward Fernando Forestieri.
The 36-year-old joined the sixth-tier club as a free agent after departing Cypriot club Aris Limassol.
Forestieri cited a desire to stay close to his London-based family and newborn as key to the move.

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Former Sheffield Wednesday and Watford forward Fernando Forestieri has signed a deal with sixth-tier side Oxford City as a free agent. The 36-year-old departed Cypriot first division club Aris Limassol over the summer and decided to join the National League North club for a fresh career challenge.

Forestieri explained the move allows him to remain close to his London-based family following the recent birth of his child. His prior relationship with manager Ross Jenkins and first-team coach Paul Robinson also played a decisive role in finalizing the switch.

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Forestieri ready for fresh challenge at Oxford City

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