Jose Mourinho aims fresh dig at Bruno Fernandes and Manchester United as Tottenham beat Leeds

straight to your inbox every day for freeHere is your Manchester United morning digest on Friday, January 22. Bruno Fernandes' impact at Old Trafford is similar to Eric Cantona's, according to Manchester United Class of 92 graduate Ben Thornley.

straight to your inbox every day for freeBruno Fernandes' impact at Manchester United is comparable to that of Eric Cantona when he signed for the club in 1992.That is according to Class of 92 United graduate Ben Thornley, who was at Old Trafford at the same time as Cantona under Sir Alex Ferguson. Cantona is now revered for having a transformational impact at United after Ferguson snapped him up for £1.2million from Leeds.

straight to your inbox every day for freeRobbie Savage says Manchester United's victory over Fulham shows Paul Pogba and Bruno Fernandes can play together in midfield.United came from behind to beat the Cottagers, with Edinson Cavani cancelling out Ademola Lookman's early opener before Pogba scored the winner in the second half with a brilliantly curled effort.Pogba's goal continued his excellent recent form, with the midfielder scoring a similarly-fine strike to beat Burnley last week.

straight to your inbox every day for freeBruno Fernandes summed up how every Manchester United was feeling when seeing Paul Pogba fire home against Fulham. With the score locked at 1-1, Pogba picked up a loose ball on the wing and beat two players before curling home from the corner of the penalty area for a fine strike.

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United fans are excited at the prospect of Bruno Fernandes and Amad Diallo linking up after the Portuguese was spotted giving advice to the youngster in first-team training.Diallo completed his long-awaited move to Old Trafford earlier this month and immediately joined up with the first-team despite playing only 59 minutes for Atalanta's senior side prior to his transfer.The 18-year-old was absent from the U23 team that was defeated by

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 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 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 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

direct to your inboxFootage of Manchester United captain Harry Maguire talking to Jack Grealish has sparked hopes the two could have been discussing a transfer to Old Trafford for the Aston Villa star.United came out on top of a pulsating game with Villa in the Premier League on Friday, as Bruno Fernandes’ penalty earned a 2-1 win. Anthony Martial opened the scoring with a deft header from Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s cross before Grealish found Bertrand Traore to equalise after the break.

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.

straight to your inbox every day for freeBruno Fernandes has aimed at cheeky dig at his Manchester United teammates for not helping him increase his goals and assist tally for the club.Fernandes has scored 18 goals and provided 14 assists in only 29 Premier League matches since arriving from Sporting Lisbon last January. The attacking midfielder helped United finish third in the league last season - and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's men currently sit second going into the new year.