Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has defended Ruben Amorim’s criticisms of the team and says the head coach’s comments fired him up. Amorim previously said this United team were “maybe the worst in history” following last weekend’s 3-1 home defeat by Brighton & Hove Albion.

Bruno Fernandes has defended Ruben Amorim after his harsh comments on Manchester United’s players (Getty) Bruno Fernandes insists Ruben Amorim did not mean his scathing analysis

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has given a slight update on his next destination if he leaves Old Trafford. The former Sporting Lisbon man has been an important part of the Red Devils since his move back in January 2020.

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has likened Ruben Amorim's comments slamming the team to ones previously made by the club's old boss, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

If this is the worst Manchester United team of all time then being their best player is perhaps not too high an accolade. Though the next question is where United, who visit Fulham on Jan 26, would be without Bruno Fernandes.

Manchester United moved up to fourth in the Europa League table with sights set on earning a bye to the round of 16.

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim defended skipper Bruno Fernandes on Friday, saying critics of his on-field demeanour need to consider the Portuguese midfielder's passion as well.

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