Bruno Fernandes: Anderson makes bold claim about United ace
Bruno Fernandes: Anderson makes bold claim about United ace Manchester United skipper Bruno Fernandes has already etched his name in Old Trafford folklore. The Portuguese Magnifico , who rose through the ranks at Boavista and also spent time in Serie A with Udinese and Sampdoria, first gained prominence with Sporting. The 31 year old’s performances prompted the Red Devils to prise him away in January 2020, and the player took no time to settle in the Premier League.
Such was his influence that, despite only playing half a season for the English giants, he was named the club’s Player of the Season at the end of the campaign. Fernandes has since won the trophy three more times and could create history by winning it again this year. The Portuguese , however, has more records in sight in the coming weeks.
Fernandes has 19 Premier League assists to his name this season, one short of the record held by Kevin De Bruyne and Thierry Henry. With four games remaining, the Portuguese could write his name among the legends of the league. Bruno Fernandes Stats: 2025/26 Season Source: Transfermarkt .
The United skipper’s tenacity, brilliance on the ball, vision, and work ethic have all made him the darling of the Old Trafford faithful. Former Red Devils midfielder Anderson has now lavished praise on Fernandes. United’s most important player Anderson was recently asked by United legend and former teammate Rio Ferdinand on Rio Ferdinand Presents to name his favourite player from the current squad.
The Brazilian did not bat an eyelid in naming Fernandes and also explained what sets him apart from the rest of the squad. He said: “Now, I think for me it’s Bruno Fernandes, for the last few years he’s done it by himself. Not by himself, but he’s been more important because I think Manchester have done some, not the right choices for the club.