Bruno Fernandes delivered another incredible performance for Manchester United as the Red Devils secured a 3-2 win over Newcastle. In what was the last home game of the season, the team delivered one of their best performances in recent memory. At the heart of all of this was the club captain Bruno Fernandes, who was missing from the starting lineup in the last two games, which the Red Devils lost.
With him on the pitch, Manchester United were looking a lot more energetic than they were in the last two games. Bruno Fernandes had an assist against Newcastle, which takes his goal contributions to 18 in the Premier League. He leads the club in goals and assists, which shows how important a figure the Portuguese midfielder is in the locker room.
The 29-year-old was playing in a different role during the game against Newcastle. He started as a number nine and created some good chances for his teammates. The win has not helped United move up in the table as they continue to occupy the eighth spot going into the final matchday. With Europe looking seemingly difficult, reports have emerged that the club might look to sell a few players in the summer.
Speaking about his future, Bruno Fernades said, “I will be here until I’ve said, the club needs to want me. I feel the club wants me to be part of the future. I don’t want to be a player the club doesn’t want to have. If, for some reason, they don’t want to have me, I will go.”
Can Manchester United afford to lose Bruno Fernandes?
Bruno Fernandes has been an integral part of the Manchester United team since he was signed by them in 2020. He quickly elevated the team’s attack and this helped him become one of the most dangerous midfielders in the Premier League. Losing his services would lead to problems that Manchester United do not want.
In a season that has seen several players from the club suffer injuries, Bruno Fernandes has been their Mr. Dependable. His ability to press from the front, separates him from the others in the team. Without his presence, not only would United struggle to score goals, but they would also be opened up by opponents easily.
His comments after the victory against Newcastle will certainly be a cause of worry for some United fans. The 29-year-old has only two years left on his current contract and there are already rumours of moves to Bayern Munich. He will be a player that the club would want to give a contract extension soon as he has already made it clear about his desire to stay with the team. However, with INEOS coming in, it would be interesting to see if they respect his services and offer him a new contract or decide to go another way and bring in another quality midfielder.
