Fernandes called for an encouraging environment to help academy graduates Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho flourish, especially as expectations continue to grow at the Premier League side
The 41-year-old Dutchman refereed last season's Europa League final between Benfica and Chelsea in Amsterdam.
This season's Europa League final between Benfica and Sevilla in Turin next Wednesday will be under the control of German referee Felix Brych.
The 38-year-old has taken charge of six Champions League matches this season, including the quarter-final first leg between Barcelona and Atletico.