Manchester United Appoints Bruno Fernandes as New Captain
In a surprising announcement, Manchester United has announced that Bruno Fernandes will be the club’s new captain. The decision comes after former captain Harry Maguire declared last week that he would no longer lead the team, a choice made by manager Erik ten Hag.
The Portuguese midfielder, who has already worn the captain’s armband for United on numerous occasions, has now been confirmed as the permanent leader of the team. A statement from the club said, “As captain, two-time Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year will continue to drive the highest standards throughout the squad as United push for success in the 2023/24 season and beyond.”
Fernandes joined Manchester United from Sporting in January 2020 and quickly became one of the club’s most reliable performers as well as a prominent leader. His impact has been exceptional, scoring 64 goals and providing 54 assists in 185 appearances. Alongside Maguire, Fernandes lifted the League Cup last season, putting an end to the club’s six-year trophy drought.
This appointment marks the club’s seventh captain in the last ten years, following in the footsteps of Nemanja Vidic, Wayne Rooney, Michael Carrick, Antonio Valencia, Ashley Young, and Maguire’s previous stints in the position.
Fans are eager to see how Fernandes will shape Manchester United’s future as the new captain. With his exceptional skill and leadership qualities, they hope he will drive the team to even greater success in the upcoming seasons.
For further insights into Bruno Fernandes’ mindset and his role as captain, fans can look forward to an exclusive interview in which he discusses various aspects such as marking the referee, being demanding, and the club’s ‘ghosts of the past.’