Man Utd's Fernandes wins Football Writers' men's award
Summary
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has won the Football Writers' Association's Footballer of the Year award. This season, he scored eight goals and made 20 assists in 34 games, helping United secure third place in the Premier League and qualify for the Champions League.Key Facts
- Bruno Fernandes joined Manchester United from Sporting in January 2020 for £67.7 million.
- He has made 300 appearances for Manchester United.
- Fernandes scored 8 goals and assisted 20 times this season across all competitions.
- He played a key role in Manchester United’s improved performance under interim boss Michael Carrick.
- Manchester United will likely finish third in the Premier League and qualify for the Champions League next season.
- Fernandes is the first Manchester United player to win the FWA men’s award since Wayne Rooney in 2010.
- Despite a big offer from Saudi club Al-Hilal last year, Fernandes chose to stay at Manchester United.
- His current contract runs until 2027 with an option for an additional year, and a new deal may be considered.
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