Bruno Fernandes names his Manchester United unsung hero

straight to your inbox every day for freeOle Gunnar Solskjaer is adamant Bruno Fernandes is not fatigued and says the Manchester United playmaker's form is 'very good'.Fernandes received the Premier League Player of the Month award for the fourth time for December but his influence has waned in United's recent matches.The 26-year-old has started in all but one league game since he joined the club in January of last year and United great Roy Keane opined Fernandes 'didn't play well' in the

straight to your inbox every day for freeRio Ferdinand has defended Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford in the wake of Manchester United's draw with Liverpool.United played out a goalless stalemate against Jurgen Klopp's men at Anfield on Sunday. The result kept Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side at the top of the Premier League table - three points ahead of the Reds.Liverpool are now fourth, a point behind Manchester City and Leicester City going into this week's matches.

straight to your inbox every day for freeHere are your Manchester United evening headlines for Monday, January 18.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer heralded the 'excellent' Paul Pogba, who he says played on the right side of a four-man midfield against Liverpool because he felt the position suited the Frenchman's qualities.When United's team was first announced, it was expected that Pogba would start on the left flank.

straight to your inbox every day for freeRoy Keane insisted Paul Pogba "had to score" his golden chance against Liverpool and suggested Marcus Rashford and Bruno Fernandes had games to forget. After a tepid first-half performance from both teams, United grew stronger in the second half and had two major opportunities to win at Anfield for the first time since 2016.

straight to your inbox every day for freeBruno Fernandes says the prospect of Liverpool tying with Manchester United on 20 English titles is a motivation in their quest to end their own championship drought.Liverpool's Premier League triumph last year marked their first title in 30 years to take them to within one of United's 20-trophy haul, 13 of them attained over a 20-year period under Sir Alex Ferguson's stewardship.League leaders United travel to Anfield on Sunday three points above

straight to your inbox every day for freeBruno Fernandes has suggested Liverpool coach Jurgen Klopp is trying to influence officials with his complaints about the number of penalties Manchester United have been awarded.Since the Video Assistant Referee was introduced in the Premier League at the start of last season, United have won 20 penalties and Liverpool have earned 10, although United have had just one penalty more in the league than Liverpool this term.

straight to your inbox every day for freeAfter playing a starring role in Manchester United's rise to the summit of the Premier League, midfielder Bruno Fernandes has been given a big upgrade on FIFA 21.In the latest player database update from EA SPORTS, rolled out for players on PC, Xbox and PlayStation on Monday January 11, the Portuguese midfielder has been rewarded with a boost on the mega-popular video game FIFA 21, as a reward for his strong form for United.The 26-year-old has scored 11

straight to your inbox every day for freeBruno Fernandes has labelled Nathan Bishop an "amazing professional" after signing a new deal with Manchester United.The 21-year-old joined United in January 2020 from Southend United and has impressed in his first year at the club. As a result, Bishop has seen his terms improved and his contract extended until 2023, with the option of an extra year.

straight to your inbox every day for freeOle Gunnar Solskjaer insists he would be open to moving for an influential mid-season target in the mould of Bruno Fernandes but does not expect Manchester United to pull off such a coup two years running.After much deliberation, United eventually completed the signing of Fernandes, 26, from Sporting Lisbon in a £67.6million deal last January and they did not lose a Premier League game for the rest of the season following the Portuguese's

straight to your inbox every day for freeBruno Fernandes believes Paul Pogba's slow start to the season was due to his battle with Covid-19.Pogba and Fernandes were key to helping Manchester United finish third in the Premier League last season as the Reds reached the semi-final of the FA Cup and Europa League.Both men were seen as key players in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side but Pogba has found himself restricted to a role as an impact substitute in recent months.In the last few weeks, Pogba has

straight to your inbox every day for freeBruno Fernandes has revealed Paul Pogba promised him that the pair would have a good understanding playing together for Manchester United.12 months ago, after months of transfer speculation, Fernandes sealed his dream move to Old Trafford and fans were instantly picturing his link up with Pogba.Unfortunately, supporters were forced to wait to see the duo in action as Pogba was currently recovering from surgery on an ankle injury that had side lined him

straight to your inbox every day for freeBruno Fernandes admits Manchester United need to improve if they are to take the next step and win trophies after several semi-final defeats under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.United have lost four semi-finals in the last 13 months, three of which since Fernandes signed, the latest being Wednesday's loss to City in the Carabao Cup.

straight to your inbox every day for freeDean HendersonMade his Old Trafford career debut and saved well from Riyad Mahrez after conceding a soft goal. 6Aaron Wan-BissakaMight have asked Phil Foden to switch wings with his patsy, Raheem Sterling.

straight to your inbox every day for freeDean HendersonMade his Old Trafford career debut and saved well from Riyad Mahrez after conceding a soft goal. 6Aaron Wan-BissakaMight have asked Phil Foden to switch wings with his patsy, Raheem Sterling.

straight to your inbox every day for freeOle Gunnar Solskjaer said Manchester United's players cannot always depend on Bruno Fernandes after their fourth semi-final defeat in the last year. Fernandes was off-colour in United's 2-0 loss to Manchester City in the Carabao Cup on a night when none of their forwards performed.

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United fans fear the club may not have signed Bruno Fernandes last January if the club had firmed up their interest in Newcastle midfielder Sean Longstaff.The 23-year-old was identified by United as a long-term addition to their midfield following his breakthrough with the Magpies after the departure of Ander Herrera.MEN Sport revealed United held encouraging talks with Longstaff's representatives during the summer transfer window but he was

straight to your inbox every day for freeOle Gunnar Solskjaer has been praised for his management of Bruno Fernandes.The midfielder netted his 11th Premier League goal of the season in United's 2-1 win over Aston Villa on Friday night, scoring from the penalty spot shortly after Bertrand Traore had equalised for the visitors.Fernandes has been a revelation since moving from Sporting Lisbon in last January, although he made a rare mistake in the Reds' 2-2 draw with Leicester City on Boxing Day as

straight to your inbox every day for freeJose Mourinho has aimed a fresh dig at Manchester United star Bruno Fernandes, arguing that players who score penalties should not be listed in the Premier League's top scorers.Fernandes sits third in the Premier League scoring charts this season, netting 11 times for United, five of which have come from the penalty spot.

straight to your inbox every day for freeThe perch is within sight. Manchester United were second on New Year's Day three years ago but mere also-rans in a one-horse race.

straight to your inbox every day for free Bruno Fernandes has backed Paul Pogba to continue getting better for Manchester United in 2021 after a match-winning performance against Aston Villa. The World Cup winner had a hand in both goals in the 2-1 success that moved United level on points with Liverpool at the top of the Premier League table and he produced a fine all-round performance.