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Scholes claims Solskjaer is totally wrong about Bruno Fernandes

Scholes claims Solskjaer is totally wrong about Bruno Fernandes

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Paul Scholes feels he was a ‘totally different’ player to Bruno Fernandes, dismissing Manchester United boss Ole Solskjaer’s comparison of the two players. Fernandes arrived at the club from Sporting in the January window and has made a stunning impact, immediately becoming a key part of the team with a couple of goals and assists. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); On his arrival, Ole Solskjaer likened the player to club legend Scholes, telling Sky Sports: ‘Scholsey, he’s a similar type in skills, he could do absolutely everything as well, Scholesy, so no pressure. ‘As a player he can do more or less everything on the pitch, he’s a midfielder, box-to-box, loads of energy, scores goals, assists.’ (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ...
Fernandes reveals the Premier League club he nearly joined before Man Utd

Fernandes reveals the Premier League club he nearly joined before Man Utd

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Bruno Fernandes admits Tottenham were desperate to sign him before his move to Manchester United but says the club were unwilling to meet Sporting Lisbon’s asking price. The Portugal international signed for the Red Devils for an initial £47million in the January window, in a transfer move that could eventually rise up to £68m. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); United were interested in the signature of Fernandes last summer but baulked at Sporting Lisbon’s £75m asking price and chose to move on without him. Sporting eventually dropped the valuation and allowed Bruno Fernandes to complete a ‘dream’ transfer move to Old Trafford. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); However, Fernandes has revealed things could have turned out diff...
FIFA launch investigation into Man Utd deal for Bruno Fernandes

FIFA launch investigation into Man Utd deal for Bruno Fernandes

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Bruno Fernandes’ move to Manchester United is being investigated by FIFA after his former team Sampdoria lodged a complaint saying they are owed money from a sell-on clause.   Fernandes joined United in January for a fee of around £47m but Sampdoria, who sold the player to Sporting C.P. three years ago, are claiming they should have been paid around £4m of the fee due to a 10 per cent sell-on clause. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The 25-year-old spent one campaign at Sampdoria before joining Sporting in 2017 for £7.5m and they believe they are owed 10% of any profit made by the club relating to Fernandes' move to the Premier League. A FIFA spokesperson said: "We can confirm that on 3 April 2020 the Italian club, UC Sampdoria, lodged a claim with FIFA ...
Fernandes explains how he fooled Man City defence with sublime free-kick

Fernandes explains how he fooled Man City defence with sublime free-kick

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Bruno Fernandes has revealed that his free-kick to tee up a goal for Anthony Martial against big rivals Manchester City was unplanned. The big-money January signing has already hit the ground running at the club, scoring three goals and providing four assists in his first nine games for the club before the coronavirus shutdown. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A sublime free-kick assist for Martial in United's impressive 2-0 win over City last month was a notable moment. The midfielder fooled the City back-line, chipping over Sergio Aguero for Martial to fire home from a tight angle and give the Red devils the lead. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Fernandes - s...
Ronaldo mocks Man Utd star Bruno Fernandes over workout on Instagram

Ronaldo mocks Man Utd star Bruno Fernandes over workout on Instagram

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Juventus forward Cristiano Ronaldo has mocked Portugal team-mate Bruno Fernandes after the Manchester United player attempted his abs challenge. The 35-year-old last weekend challenged his Instagram followers to a "core crusher" test, with the former Real Madrid star hitting a remarkable 142 reps in just 45 seconds. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Alongside a couple of sporting figures, Fernandes - who has starred for the Red devils since making a January move to Old Trafford - tried the challenge out for himself. ● Udinese chief Marino confirms Premier League will 'release statement' to declare season is cancelled ● Tottenham reprimand Mourinho and players for breaking coronavirus rules Upon completing it, the midfielder wrote on Instagram: "#Nik...
Bruno Fernandes explains why he shushed Guardiola during Man City clash

Bruno Fernandes explains why he shushed Guardiola during Man City clash

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Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes has revealed why he ‘shushed’ City boss Pep Guardiola during the Manchester derby. Fernandes, who completed his long-awaited move to United in January, clashed with Manchester City head coach Guardiola during Sunday’s game. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); With his team 2-0 down and Manchester United taking their time as they looked to see out the game, Guardiola cut a frustrated figure on the sidelines. Fernandes did not react well to Pep Guardiola telling Luke Shaw to hurry up, however, and put his fingers to his lips to ‘shush’ the former Barca manager. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Reflecting on the incident, Fernandes said: ‘I talked about this with some friends and so...
Bruno Fernandes silences Guardiola with finger gesture during Manchester Derby win

Bruno Fernandes silences Guardiola with finger gesture during Manchester Derby win

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Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes ‘shushed’ Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola in the dying minutes of the Derby at Old Trafford. Anthony Martial’s first half goal gave the Red devils an advantage but Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s team were hanging on as the clash entered the final moments. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); United were dead on their feet after an all-action performance and it was clear that there was some time management being executed by the club as they looked to see out the game. That didn’t go down well with City coach Pep Guardiola and the Spaniard was visibly frustrated as Luke Shaw took his time over a throw-in before the match entered stoppage time. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Solskjaer w...
Bruno Fernandes disappointed in Man Utd squad’s reaction to Everton draw

Bruno Fernandes disappointed in Man Utd squad’s reaction to Everton draw

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Bruno Fernandes was reportedly unimpressed his Manchester United team-mates were happy with their draw against Everton, telling the team they should be ‘mad’ at failing to get a win. United drew 1-1 with Everton at Goodison Park last week and it was Fernandes’ goal in the first half which rescued a point for United. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Everton had a possible late winner chalked off by VAR and the Times claim Fernandes was angry with the result and publicly stated they should be ‘mad’ they didn’t win the game. The United squad were happy with their efforts, feeling an away point at Carlo Ancelotti’s resurgent Toffees was a good one. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Fernandes was not so happy and informed his...
Ryan Giggs reveals why Fernandes could be a ‘liability’ for Man Utd

Ryan Giggs reveals why Fernandes could be a ‘liability’ for Man Utd

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Ryan Giggs says Bruno Fernandes showed ‘glimpses of the quality’ he has against Wolves, but thinks the Portuguese could be a defensive ‘liability’ in a deep midfield role for  the club. Solskjaer’s £47million signing from Sporting was unable to inspire Manchester United to victory as Wolves held the Red devils to a goalless draw on his debut at the club. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Rui Patricio denied Bruno Fernandes with a pair of routine saves and Dalot missed the target with a late header as United dropped more points in the League. Though Fernandes earned praise from Ole Solskjaer for his performance, Gary Neville compared the new signing to United flop Juan Sebastian Veron after a ‘difficult’ opening game. (adsbygoogle = window.ads...
Ferdinand reveals what Ronaldo told him about Man Utd signing Fernandes

Ferdinand reveals what Ronaldo told him about Man Utd signing Fernandes

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Ferdinand has revealed that Cristiano Ronaldo and Nani supported Manchester United’s decision to sign Sporting Lisbon midfielder Bruno Fernandes. After weeks of negotiations, Solskjaer’s side have finally landed the Portugese star in an €80 million deal from Sporting. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‘I’ve spoken to a few of his teammates at national level and club level,’ Ferdinand told FIVE. ‘Nani, my old teammate, says he’s a fantastic player, says he’s perfect for England. Says he’s got all the tools, all the right attributes. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); ‘Cristiano said he’s fantastic, creates chances for him. He can manipulate the ball, take the ball, confident. These is the type of things that you want to hea...
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