Bruno Fernandes has been named the PFA Player of the Year following a remarkable season that saw the Manchester United captain deliver one of the greatest individual performances in Premier League history.
The Portugal international played a key role in United’s return to the Champions League, setting a new Premier League record with 21 assists in a single season. His creativity, leadership, and consistency made him the driving force behind United’s successful campaign.
Despite the positive season, United suffered an early setback under new permanent management after losing 2-0 to newly promoted Hull City in their opening match. Fernandes and his teammates will now be determined to move past that disappointment, with the midfielder expected to use his latest achievement as extra motivation.
Fernandes claimed the prestigious award ahead of Manchester City stars Rayan Cherki and Erling Haaland, while also beating Arsenal’s Gabriel Magalhaes, David Raya, and Declan Rice. Winning the trophy despite Arsenal’s title-winning season highlights just how impressive Fernandes’ individual contribution was.
The United captain finished the Premier League campaign with 21 assists and nine goals across 3,000 minutes of action, proving his importance as both a creator and a goal threat.
Fernandes was the only Manchester United player included in the PFA Premier League Team of the Year. The lineup also featured William Saliba, Jurrien Timber, Antoine Semenyo, Igor Thiago, and Nico O’Reilly. The Manchester City midfielder also enjoyed a breakthrough season, earning the PFA Young Player of the Year award after an outstanding campaign at the Etihad Stadium.