Bruno Fernandes is setting the Premier League ablaze, and Michael Carrick has no doubts: the captain of Manchester United deserves to be the Player of the Season! With an impressive record of 16 assists in the league so far, the Portuguese midfielder is dominating the English football scene and shattering historical records.
Since Carrick took over as interim manager of the Red Devils, Bruno Fernandes has been playing in his preferred position, the number 10, and has been a key player in the team’s rise to 3rd place in the Premier League after 31 matches. The Portuguese is not only a creator of opportunities but also a lethal scorer, tallying eight goals and 17 assists in 30 matches this season across all competitions. This performance has earned him the record for the most assists in a single season of the Premier League for United, surpassing the previous mark of 15 set by David Beckham.
The Portuguese star is now eyeing an even more ambitious goal: breaking the all-time record for assists in a Premier League season, held by Kevin De Bruyne and Thierry Henry, with 20 assists. With seven games still to play, Bruno Fernandes has every chance to make history in English football.
Michael Carrick did not hold back in his praise for his captain during an interview with Sky Sports, highlighting the lasting impact Fernandes has on the team: “The impact he has had on the group over a long period is impressive in many aspects. He is always available, has a fantastic attitude, and understands perfectly what it means to play here. Maintaining that level of performance consistently, not just this season but for a long time, is a huge asset for the club.” Carrick also emphasized the midfielder’s performance since his return to management: “He has been fantastic since I came back, so he definitely deserves to be among the top candidates for this type of award.”
The last player from Manchester United to win the Premier League Player of the Season award was the legendary Nemanja Vidic, in the 2008/09 and 2010/11 seasons. The Red Devils continue to be the team with the most winners and victories in this category, reinforcing the historical significance of the club in this competition.
Despite all the exhibition shine, Bruno Fernandes’ future at Manchester United remains shrouded in uncertainty. The midfielder will enter the final year of his contract this summer, and there are still no signs of renewal. Bryan Mbeumo and Benjamin Sesko are the only players with more goals than Fernandes this season, which only underscores how valuable the Portuguese player is to the team.
Furthermore, Bruno Fernandes is also leading the race for the Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year Award, a prize he has already won four times, equaling a record. Manchester United knows it has one of the greatest gems in European football on its hands, but the question is: how long will they be able to keep this talent in their squad?
Bruno Fernandes is in destroyer mode, and Michael Carrick has no doubts: he is the king of Manchester United and a serious candidate to dominate the Premier League this season. Now, it remains to be seen whether the club can hold on to this rising star to continue dreaming big.
This article first appeared on Apito Final.
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