Bruno Fernandes has started an impressive campaign by being named the Premier League’s Player of the Season after guiding Manchester United back into the UEFA Champions League. The Portuguese midfielder has been central to United’s revival this season, combining leadership in the final third with elite creativity. Fernandes registered his 20th assist of the league campaign last weekend, drawing level with two Premier League legends for the most assists in a single season. He now shares the record with Thierry Henry, who achieved the feat for Arsenal during the 2002-03 season, and former Manchester City playmaker Kevin De Bruyne, who achieved the feat in 2019-20. Fernandes still has the chance to make history when United take on Brighton & Hove Albion in their final league game on Sunday. The award adds to an already memorable month for the Portugal international, who was also recognized as England’s Footballer of the Year by the Football Writers’ Association earlier this May. With goals, assists and impressive performances throughout the campaign, Fernandes has played a central role in Manchester United’s successful push back into Europe’s top competition.
