Chris Sutton has slammed Bruno Fernandes for his criticism of Alejandro Garnacho after Manchester United’s win over Real Sociedad in the Europa League on Thursday.
The 18-year-old was impressive and scored United’s winner in Spain but it wasn’t enough to prevent Erik ten Hag’s side from finishing second in Group E, meaning they must play a play-off in February in order to reach the Europa League last-16.
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Garnacho has barely played for United this campaign and speaking after the win against Real Sociedad, Fernandes accused the winger of restricting his first-team chances due to a poor attitude during the club’s pre-season campaign.
‘He was good but he knows we expect a lot from him,’ Fernandes said of Garnacho after United’s victory over Real Sociedad. ‘Obviously he’s still really young, he’s doing really well.
‘At the beginning of the season he was not at his best. In the [pre-season] tour he didn’t have the best attitude that he should have, and that’s why he didn’t get his chances until now.
‘He’s getting his chances because he’s training better, he’s got a different attitude and he’s deserving his chances.’
When asked about Fernandes’ comments on Garnacho, former Premier League player Chris Sutton told BT Sport: ‘Totally unnecessary.
‘The message which I think Erik ten Hag wants coming out of Manchester United is that it’s harmonious.
‘I was really surprised at that. He could’ve used different language.
