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Bruno Fernandes
Born: September 8, 1994
Height: 5' 8" (173cm)
Weight: 12st 8lb (80kg)
Hometown: Maia, Portugal
Nationality: 
Portuguese
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PortuguesePosition: Midfielder
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| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Senior | 2012-2013 | Novara |
| 2013-2016 | Udinese | |
| 2016-2017 | Sampdoria | |
| 2017-2020 | Sporting Lisbon | |
| 2020- | Manchester United | |
| International | 2017- | Portugal |
Sports Mole has 3,506 articles about Bruno Fernandes. Articles 1 to 40:
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Bruno Fernandes assist record: Man United captain matches Thierry Henry and Kevin De Bruyne as Brighton game assessed
Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes equals the Premier League assist record, and needs one more in his final game against Brighton to cement himself in the history books.15:12
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A closer look at Manchester City's past FA Cup finals
Sports Mole takes a look at Manchester City's previous appearances in the FA Cup final.19:00
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Preview:Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Manchester United and Nottingham Forest, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.May 15, 11:40
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Man United news: Casemiro slams the new generation in football - 'The problem is the statistics'
Departing Manchester United midfielder Casemiro used a wide-ranging interview to attack modern football's obsession with statistics and claim his love for Bruno Fernandes.May 13, 09:42
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Portugal World Cup 2026 squad: Full list, predicted lineup, depth chart, latest news
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at the Portugal squad for the 2026 World Cup, including the full list of players, predicted XI, depth charts and latest news.May 11, 13:00
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Man United boss Michael Carrick outlines clear stance over Bruno Fernandes's Old Trafford future
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick outlines his stance on Bruno Fernandes's Old Trafford future.May 9, 01:01
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Arsenal: What Declan Rice needs to do to win Ballon d'Or after Bruno Fernandes FWA snub
Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice is told what he needs to do to win the Ballon d'Or after being pipped to the FWA Footballer of the Year prize by Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes.May 8, 20:56
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Man United lineup vs. Sunderland: Predicted XI for Premier League clash
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester United could line up for Saturday’s Premier League clash with Sunderland.May 7, 16:05
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Preview:Sunderland vs Manchester United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Sunderland and Manchester United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.May 7, 16:00
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Man United put on red alert as Turkish giants make Bruno Fernandes 'dream' summer transfer target
Turkish giants Galatasaray are reportedly 'dreaming' of pulling off an ambitious summer move for Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes.May 4, 21:07
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Bruno Fernandes assist record: Man United captain makes club history despite trailing Thierry Henry in Premier League
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes may still be behind Thierry Henry in his hunt for the Premier League assist record, but he has still made club history.May 4, 01:27
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Man United lineup vs. Liverpool: Predicted XI for Premier League fixture as Matheus Cunha, Luke Shaw calls made
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester United could line up for Sunday's Premier League clash with Liverpool.May 1, 15:50
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How Man United captain Bruno Fernandes could help Michael Carrick secure long-term role at Old Trafford
Michael Carrick's chances of being handed the Manchester United managerial job on a long-term basis have reportedly been strengthened due to his strong relationship with Bruno Fernandes.Apr 29, 15:51
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Man Utd transfer news: Red Devils 'determined' to sign £34.6m player with 'official offer' lined up
Manchester United are reportedly preparing to submit an initial £34.6m offer for Borussia Dortmund right-back Julian Ryerson this summer.Apr 28, 17:08
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Man United vs. Brentford: Head-to-head record and past meetings ahead of Premier League clash
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Man United and Brentford.Apr 25, 17:42
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Man United transfer news: Bruno Fernandes addresses "dreams" that stopped Saudi switch as Michael Carrick faces difficult call
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes addresses why he did not leave to join the Saudi Pro League last summer despite coming close to an exit.Apr 24, 23:30
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Man United vs. Brentford: Michael Carrick's team on the brink of Champions League qualification ahead of Bees battle
Ahead of Monday's Premier League match between Manchester United and Brentford, hear what the Sports Mole team have to say about the upcoming battle.Apr 24, 20:03
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Man United confirm Bruno Fernandes 'transfer stance' - losing inspirational captain would be an utter disaster
Manchester United chiefs reportedly make it clear to Bruno Fernandes that the club want the captain to stay beyond the end of this summer's transfer window.Apr 22, 17:35
Bruno Fernandes: History-chasing Man Utd captain emulates Mohamed Salah and Cesc Fabregas after Chelsea assist
Bruno Fernandes joins an elite group of Premier League creators after reaching a historic assist milestone during Manchester United's 1-0 win at Chelsea.Apr 18, 23:56
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Chelsea 0-1 Manchester United: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Matheus Cunha strike seals Red Devils triumph
Manchester United claim a crucial 1-0 win over Chelsea in the chase for Champions League football in the Premier League on Saturday night.Apr 18, 21:59
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Man United head coach Michael Carrick slams "shocking" Lisandro Martinez red card in defeat to Leeds United
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick slams referee Paul Tierney's decision to send Lisandro Martinez off in Monday's Premier League clash with Leeds United.Apr 13, 23:03
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Man United vs. Leeds United: Lisandro Martinez decision made as Red Devils confirm shock absentee for Old Trafford battle
Manchester United and Leeds United confirm their starting teams for Monday's Premier League battle at Old Trafford.Apr 13, 18:49
Man United vs. Leeds United: Why Daniel Farke's side should fear Bruno Fernandes in Monday's Premier League battle
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes will aim to continue his strong form against Leeds United in Monday's Premier League fixture.Apr 13, 10:16
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Man United transfer news: Bruno Fernandes drops major hint on Old Trafford future as Red Devils 'confirm stance' on captain
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes says that he feels "at home in Manchester" amid the speculation surrounding his future.Apr 10, 17:19
Man United transfer news: Bruno Fernandes 'urges' club to sign Premier League midfielder in opportunistic summer deal
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes reportedly urges the club to sign a Premier League midfielder in what could be an opportunistic deal.Apr 5, 14:00
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Bruno Fernandes future: 'Internal division' at Man United as club face 'major' decision on club captain
Senior figures at Manchester United are split when it comes to the future of club captain Bruno Fernandes, according to a report.Apr 3, 10:15
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Man United's pre-season schedule 'confirmed' including Paris Saint-Germain, Leeds, AC Milan clashes
Manchester United will reportedly play pre-season friendlies in Finland, Sweden, Norway, the Republic of Ireland and Poland to prepare for the 2026-27 campaign.Apr 1, 18:59
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Preview:Mexico vs Belgium - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's International Friendlies clash between Mexico and Belgium, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Mar 29, 23:54
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Preview:USA vs Portugal - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's International Friendlies clash between USA and Portugal, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Mar 29, 20:05
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Portugal lineup vs USA: Predicted XI for international friendly minus Cristiano Ronaldo
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Portugal could line up for Tuesday's international friendly against the USA.Mar 29, 19:42
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Man United transfer news: Bruno Fernandes 'supports' signing Premier League midfield alternative to Elliot Anderson
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes reportedly endorses the club's plans to sign a Premier League alternative to Elliot Anderson.Mar 27, 19:36
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Man United's 'pursuit' of top transfer target Sandro Tonali and what it means for Bruno Fernandes' future at Old Trafford
Manchester United reportedly make Newcastle United's Sandro Tonali their number one target for this summer's transfer window.Mar 26, 18:04
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Preview:Mexico vs Portugal - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's International Friendlies clash between Mexico and Portugal, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Mar 26, 15:30
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Man United transfer news: Could Monaco duo Maghnes Akliouche, Lamine Camara move to Old Trafford this summer?
Manchester United scouts watched two highly-rated Monaco players closely during the Ligue 1 outfit's contest with Lyon on Sunday, according to a report.Mar 25, 18:33
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Man United would propel themselves into title contention next season if they can sign Barcelona superstar in 'sensational' £86.5m summer deal
Manchester United are ready to make an offer in the region of £86.5m for Barcelona attacker Fermin Lopez this summer, according to a report.Mar 25, 09:11
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Harry Maguire red card: How many matches will Man United defender miss following Bournemouth dismissal?
Manchester United defender Harry Maguire will serve a ban after being sent off in Friday's 2-2 draw against Bournemouth.Mar 21, 01:20
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Man United lineup vs. Bournemouth: Predicted XI for Premier League encounter
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester United could line up for Friday’s Premier League clash with Bournemouth.Mar 18, 15:05
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Preview:Bournemouth vs Manchester United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's Premier League clash between Bournemouth and Manchester United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Mar 18, 14:08
Bruno Fernandes future: Man United head coach Michael Carrick issues update on Red Devils star amid exit speculation
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick says that the club are determined to keep hold of captain Bruno Fernandes.Mar 16, 09:18
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Bruno Fernandes breaks second David Beckham record in two weeks in Man United masterclass
Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes breaks a second David Beckham assist record in two weeks, and the Portuguese playmaker is now on course to dethrone Thierry Henry and Kevin De Bruyne.Mar 15, 16:13
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