Bruno Fernandes responds to Roy Keane’s “circus act” accusation vs. Forest

In doing so, he equalled Kevin De Bruyne and Thierry Henry’s all-time Premier League assist record. With one game left to play, there is every chance that Fernandes could surpass the duo and stand on his own as the top flight’s undisputed assist king. Had it not been for the profligacy of certain teammates in front of goal, however, Fernandes might have already broken the record.

The Portugal international fashioned clear-cut opportunities for the likes of Mbeumo and Joshua Zirkzee, most of which went begging. But his efforts were not appreciated by everyone, most notably Keane. The Irishman launched an angry rant , accusing Fernandes of thinking more about the assist record than winning the game.

The ex-United branded the whole thing a “circus act. ” Keane said that he was “raging” at what he was watching, while also questioning Fernandes’ commitment to the team in comparison to his desire for personal accolades. Fernandes has now rubbished such suggestions in a clear response to the bitter 54-year-old.

Fernandes’ response Speaking to Sky Sports after collecting his Footballer of the Year prize at the Football Writers’ Awards ceremony, Fernandes remarked, “It is not something that I will ever chase. ” “I know people can have different opinions about me, but they cannot say that I am not someone that looks to [help] the team and tries to make the team the most successful one. ” “I will always try to win trophies and not individual accolades.