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Bruno Fernandes has been Manchester United’s most consistent performer this season.
However former Red Devils defender Phil Bardsley believes the captain is “sacrificing his own career” to try and lift the club back to the top.
Fernandes has faced criticism from some pundits, including United legend Roy Keane.
He has been criticised for his body language and visible frustration during games.
However, Bardsley believes the Portugal international’s emotions stem from his relentless desire to win.
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Speaking to Boyle Sports as per The Mirror, Bardsley acknowledged Keane’s viewpoint but insisted Fernandes is giving everything for the club.
“Roy Keane is right in the sense that Bruno Fernandes can do more.
“But in any other team he would be winning trophies and he’s probably sacrificing his own career to try and help Manchester United get back to where they want to be,” Bardsley said.
“He is the standout performer week in and week out, you only have to look at his goals and assists.
“I’d be scared to see where United would be without him.
“He doesn’t back out of challenges and his work rate is unmatched.
“But the standards that Roy set as a captain mean he won’t like how Bruno sometimes looks frustrated and throws his arms in the air.
“That’s obviously because he wants to win trophies with United.
“That is his personality and he will be instrumental in United trying to get back up the table.”
Gary Pallister echoes Bardsley’s thoughts on Bruno Fernandes
Gary Pallister recently echoed that sentiment, suggesting Fernandes’ frustration is justified given the team’s struggles.
“I think he must feel frustrated sometimes.
“If he was playing in a better team, we’d really be talking his ability up because he’s that good of a talent,” Pallister said.
“He’s fighting hard to still be the best that he can be in a team that’s really struggling, so he deserves all the plaudits that he gets.”
Fernandes has still managed 16 goals and nine assists this season despite United sitting 13th in the Premier League.
Ruben Amorim’s side have endured a turbulent campaign but could still end the season with silverware.
A Europa League quarter-final against Lyon is coming up on the horizon.
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