Manchester United Fernandes Faces Fitness Battle Ahead of Crucial Fixtures

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February 29, 2024 · 1 min read

Manchester United Fernandes Faces Fitness Battle Ahead of Crucial Fixtures
FootBall | February 29, 2024
Bruno Fernandes exited the City Ground with a limp following Manchester United's victory over Nottingham Forest. (Image: Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/Getty)

Bruno Fernandes left the Manchester City Ground limping after Manchester United win over Nottingham Forest raising concerns for manager Erik ten Hag ahead of the upcoming Manchester Derby. Fernandes played a key role in the FA Cup victory contributing to Casemiro’s last minutes winner.

Despite Ten Hag acknowledging Fernandes’ injury battle, he expressed relief over reaching the quarter-finals. The midfielder’s fitness is crucial for Manchester United upcoming matches against Manchester City and Everton before facing Liverpool.

Ten Hag praised Fernandes’ leadership and resilience but highlighted the challenges posed by opponents targeting him. The victory against Forest though important also revealed areas for improvement in United’s performance.