Manchester United manager has said that Bruno Fernades will continue to captain the side when Harry Maguire is not on the pitch.
This comes after calls by pundits and fans to have him stripped of the role due to his conduct in the seven nill loss match to Liverpool at anfield. Bruno appeared to push the referee during the match which angered many and was termed as unprofessional. The action were investigated by FA but no charges were pressed against the player. Bruno alongside his teammates was also accused of giving up too early during that day mauling to their arch rivals.
In his Press Conference ahead of tomorrows Europa league crash with Real Betis ,Ten Hag said that Bruno would continue wearing the arm band saying that he is an inspiration to the players and he is really happy to have him in the team.”Everyone makes mistakes,we have to learn,he has to learn and he will because he is intelligent.”Ten Hag added.
Manchester United in form striker also backed up Bruno Fernades saying he loves playing with him. Rashford termed him as a good leader whether ca ptain or not.
Bruno Fernades has made more appearances for manchester United than any other player and has only missed two games due to suspension.
Manchester will be hoping to turn their fortunes around when they welcome Real Betis tomorrow night with Bruno expected to captain the side due to Harry Maguires lack of game time.
United are unbeaten at old Trafford in the last 14 matches and will be hoping to keep the song going especially after Sundays event.