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Paul Scholes calls on Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag to appoint 'less emotional' captain than Bruno Fernandes

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Manchester United would benefit from a captain “who is less emotional” than Bruno Fernandes, according to BT Sport pundit Paul Scholes.

The Portugal international, who is vice-captain to Harry Maguire, was heavily criticised for his performance in the shock 7-0 defeat to Liverpool on Sunday, with his body language and perceived petulant behaviour raising eyebrows given his role in the team.

Ad Despite the unwanted attention, Erik ten Hag has publicly backed Fernandes and stressed that he is “definitely” keeping him as the club’s vice-captain.

Premier LeagueTen Hag defends Fernandes after Liverpool controversy — 'Everyone makes mistakes'YESTERDAY AT 18:02 “Your captain has to be a calming influence, really.

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