Active in Major League Soccer
Nicolás Fernández Mercau
Attacker #7
Age 25 years
Nationality Argentina
Market Value €6M
Career
No transfer history
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
Nicolás Ezequiel Fernández Mercau is a elite PLATINUM BOOT for New York City FC. Evidence: 80% Goal Frequency.
Also shows: above average DRIBBLER (1.4 Dribbles/90)
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Shooting (96/100) but has room to grow in Passing.
Physical profile: Compact Build.
Nicolás Ezequiel Fernández Mercau Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Attackers
Height 4%
Weight 30%
Experience 57%
vs Major League Soccer
Height 9%
Weight 30%
Experience 53%
Traits
POCKET ROCKET PRIME
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 77
Shooting 96
Defense 74
Workrate 63
Passing 51
Key Strength 96 Shooting
Area to Watch 51 Passing
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Nicolás Ezequiel Fernández Mercau this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 03, 2026 | New York City FC 0-2 DC United | 97' | 8.5 | - | - | 60 |
| Apr 25, 2026 | CF Montreal 1-0 New York City FC | 88' | 7.3 | - | - | 37 |
| Apr 22, 2026 | New York City FC 4-4 FC Cincinnati | 84' | 10.0 | 2 | - | 100 |
| Apr 18, 2026 | New York City FC 1-2 Charlotte | 96' | 8.3 | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Apr 11, 2026 | Vancouver Whitecaps 2-0 New York City FC | 89' | 7.6 | 0 | 0 | 45 |
| Apr 04, 2026 | New York City FC 1-1 St. Louis City | 96' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 58 |
| Mar 22, 2026 | New York City FC 2-3 Inter Miami | 97' | 8.3 | 1 | 0 | 84 |
| Mar 14, 2026 | New York City FC 3-1 Colorado Rapids | 89' | 8.9 | 2 | 0 | 60 |
| Mar 07, 2026 | New York City FC 5-0 Orlando City SC | 87' | 7.9 | 1 | 0 | 64 |
| Mar 01, 2026 | Philadelphia Union 1-2 New York City FC | 89' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 99 |
| Feb 23, 2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy 1-1 New York City FC | 90' | 8.5 | 1 | 0 | 66 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| May 10, 2026 | New York City FC vs Columbus Crew | 49 |
| May 13, 2026 | Charlotte vs New York City FC | 42 |
| May 16, 2026 | New York Red Bulls vs New York City FC | 38 |
| May 24, 2026 | Nashville SC vs New York City FC | 46 |
| Jul 22, 2026 | Columbus Crew vs New York City FC | 30 |
| Jul 25, 2026 | New York City FC vs Chicago Fire | 43 |
| Jul 31, 2026 | New York City FC vs Toronto FC | 46 |
| Aug 16, 2026 | New York City FC vs Philadelphia Union | 40 |
| Aug 19, 2026 | FC Cincinnati vs New York City FC | 43 |
| Aug 23, 2026 | New England Revolution vs New York City FC | 38 |
Player Market Value
Track Nicolás Ezequiel Fernández Mercau's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €6.0M
Peak Value €6.0M (Q3'25)
€6.0M €3.0M €0
Q1'21 Q4'21 Q1'22 Q2'22 Q4'22 Q1'23 Q2'23 Q4'23 Q1'24 Q2'24 Q4'24 Q2'25 Q3'25 Q4'25
Nicolás Fernández Mercau is New York City's Platinum Engine. Having crossed the Atlantic to join the club in the summer of 2025, the Argentine midfielder is still hunting for the first major silverware of his professional career. Nevertheless, his trajectory suggests he is exactly the type of relentless catalyst needed to mount a serious challenge.
Operating with a hybrid engine-sniper profile, he is hitting top form in the early stages of the campaign. The sample size may be emerging, but five goals in just five appearances across 452 minutes of action is a breathtaking return. His clinical edge is certified by a PLATINUM BOOT, proving he can finish chances as effectively as he creates them. Additionally, his DRIBBLER badge highlights a capacity to break lines and carry the ball through congested midfields. An off-the-charts Shooting dimension underlines his massive offensive threat, transforming him from a traditional box-to-box runner into a lethal final-third weapon.
Commanding a stable market valuation of €6M, the 26-year-old is entering his prime years with vital momentum. If he maintains this devastating output, he will undoubtedly be a central figure in New York City's pursuit of domestic glory.