In a statement published on its official website this Thursday, Manchester United announced that Bruno Fernandes is the new captain of the club. He succeeds Harry Maguire, who was stripped of the captain’s armband a few days ago.
Following a frank discussion with his coach, Erik ten Hag, Harry Maguire relinquished his captain’s armband at Manchester United, which he had worn since 2019. The player himself announced the news on his social media. The Manchester club wasted no time in announcing the name of their new captain. In a statement released on Thursday, the Red Devils officially confirmed ten Hag’s choice: Bruno Fernandes.
“As captain, the two-time winner of the Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year award (MU’s Fans’ Player of the Year, ed.) will continue to uphold the highest standards throughout the team, as United aims for success in the 2023/24 season and beyond,” the publication reads of the third-place finisher in the last Premier League edition.
Portuguese midfielder Bruno Fernandes has already worn the armband numerous times for Manchester United. He now permanently reclaims the role. Since joining the club in 2020, Fernandes has impressed with his remarkable performances. In just 185 appearances, he has managed to score 64 goals and provide 54 assists. Impressive statistics for a midfielder. He will now continue to write his legend with the Premier League club.
