Erik ten Hag has detailed the three key strengths behind his new Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes. Fernandes was announced as United's captain over the summer, following the removal of Harry Maguire from the role.
The Portuguese midfielder often donned the armband last season and has since undertaken it on a permanent basis. United have endured a dismal start to the new season, with Wednesday's 4-3 Champions League defeat at Bayern Munich their third in a row.
Fernandes has failed to find top form as part of an underwhelming opening period but Ten Hag was full of praise for his captain. ALSO READ: The Burnley prospect who's on the cusp of becoming a United star ALSO READ: United can't change everything they need to vs Burnley “The value of the person was the authority," Ten Hag told TNT Sports of Fernandes. "Second you look for someone who gives inspiration.
And can lead by example, also one who is able to scan situations on the pitch. “Bruno gives us a lot, always. [He is] an example on the pitch giving the energy, communicating.