Portugal midfielder replaces Harry Maguire in roleAndrew Cole criticises United for signing ageing strikers
Bruno Fernandes has been chosen as Manchester United’s new captain by Erik ten Hag, the manager promoting the Portuguese from his deputy role to be Harry Maguire’s replacement.
Fernandes has been the de facto captain since Ten Hag ended the defender’s status as an automatic choice after two matches of last season, the playmaker wearing the armband in 45 matches in the 2022-23 campaign.
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