It’s clear to see why Manchester United’s club captain Bruno Fernandes is hailed by fans both on and off the pitch.
So far this season, Fernandes has grabbed six goals and 11 assists in 28 games, doing his best to lead by example with the most assists in the squad.
Off the pitch, the attacking midfielder came to the rescue on a flight to Portugal during the November international break.
Upon noticing a fellow passenger had passed out, the United man called for medical help, remaining with the gentleman in question to make sure he was ok.
Close to home, the Red Devils captain reportedly offered to save Manchester United employee’s benefits that had been pulled by Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s cost-cutting schemes.
The INEOS owner cut back the club’s employee benefits to the FA Cup final from a free ticket, travel, food and accommodation, to only offering a free ticket.
Upon hearing this, Fernandes offered to cover the expenses out of his salary, which was rejected by the club seniors, being seen to be a bad look on the new hierarchy at Old Trafford.
Now, Fernandes has come to the rescue once again, defending one of his teammates currently going through a slump at Old Trafford.
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Bruno Fernandes defends Joshua Zirkzee
New signing Joshua Zirkzee hasn’t had an easy ride since arriving in Manchester last summer.
The Dutch striker has had limited game time, slowly adapting to the Premier League. However, his lowest moment came against Newcastle United, being substituted 33 minutes in to the cheers and delight of his own fans.
Speaking out after the Liverpool game, Fernandes commented on the event, saying: “I was in the stands and I had never seen anything like that, and it really frustrates and annoys me because he is a player who always gives everything he has.”
He continued: “He comes from another league and he needs time to adapt. He has enormous qualities. It is not normal to praise him after the first game of the season and then not believe in him anymore.
“We believe in him in the dressing room. I would have preferred to be in his place rather than see a teammate in this position.”
Zirkzee is reportedly determined to save his United career and be a success under Amorim. However United may have other ideas.
The striker is reportedly being considered as part of a player swap deal to see Juventus land the star, with Dusan Vlahovic potentially coming the other way.
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