Manchester United need more players like Bruno Fernandes – Amorim

Manchester United’s manager, Ruben Amorim, has expressed the urgent need for additional players who possess the talent and leadership qualities exemplified by captain Bruno Fernandes. This statement comes on the heels of Fernandes’ spectacular free-kick during Sunday’s 1-1 draw against Arsenal, which highlighted his pivotal role within the team.

Fernandes has faced criticism regarding his captaincy, notably from former United player Roy Keane, who labeled him an “imposter.” Despite this scrutiny, Fernandes has emerged as a beacon of hope amid another challenging season for the Red Devils, consistently delivering standout performances.

His remarkable first-half goal at Old Trafford not only marked his 12th goal of the season but also underscored his significance to the squad. With Amad Diallo currently sidelined due to injury and serving as United’s second-highest goalscorer with nine goals, Fernandes’ contributions have become increasingly vital.

“It’s clear that we need more players like Bruno,” Amorim stated emphatically. “His quality is unquestionable, but it’s also about his character, his reliability in this demanding league, and his ability to make decisive impacts both with and without the ball.”

Amorim’s time at Manchester United has been characterized by a mix of performances. While the team has shown resilience against top-tier opponents—drawing with league leaders Liverpool, eliminating Arsenal from the FA Cup, and securing a vital victory over Manchester City—they have struggled in matches where they were expected to dominate. This inconsistency has left United languishing in 14th place in the league standings.

In their recent match against Arsenal at Old Trafford, Manchester United managed to control just over 30% of possession. Amorim acknowledged that he prefers a more attacking style of play rather than adopting a defensive posture.

“In the future, I aspire for us to embrace a different style of football,” he remarked. “I want our focus to shift towards spending more time attacking in the final third instead of sitting back in a low block defensively. However, I recognize that the team’s spirit, their commitment to our game plan, and their unity are all positive aspects we can build upon moving forward.”