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Fernandes named Premier League player of season

Fernandes named Premier League player of season

Summary

Bruno Fernandes, captain of Manchester United, was named the Premier League player of the season. He set a record for assists in a Premier League season and helped Manchester United finish third, qualifying for the Champions League.

Key Facts

  • Bruno Fernandes is the captain of Manchester United and plays as a midfielder.
  • He was named the Premier League player of the season and the Football Writers' Association men's Player of the Year.
  • Fernandes made 20 assists this season, tying the Premier League record for assists in one season.
  • He scored eight goals in 37 games this season.
  • Fernandes created 132 chances for teammates, more than any other Premier League player this season.
  • He is the first Manchester United player to win the award since Nemanja Vidic in 2011.
  • The award winner was chosen by public votes combined with a panel of football experts.
  • Other shortlisted players included David Raya, Gabriel, Declan Rice, Erling Haaland, Antoine Semenyo, Igor Thiago, and Morgan Gibbs-White.
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