Michael Carrick said he will not strip Bruno Fernandes of the Manchester United captaincy after dropping him for the defeat by Bournemouth. Carrick added that he is not surprised to still be head coach, described Fernandes as important for the squad, said he needs no assurances on United’s future, and noted that he and Fernandes held talks this week after the Portuguese criticised the team.
Why it matters
United supporters will want to know that their captain remains in place and that the coach continues to back him despite recent criticism.
Evidence
Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yet.
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More about Bruno Fernandes
- Manchester United manager Michael Carrick says there are no issues with captain Bruno Fernandes after his drop for the Bournemouth matchReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yet
- Michael Carrick reaches decision on Bruno Fernandes as Manchester United talks are called productiveUnverifiedConfidence: Unverified. Weak evidence — treat this as unconfirmed
- Bruno Fernandes reportedly nearing a January move to Atletico Madrid after Manchester United falloutUnverifiedConfidence: Unverified. Weak evidence — treat this as unconfirmed
- Gary Neville accuses Bruno Fernandes and Manchester United players of conniving against Michael Carrick and prompting manager sackingsUnverifiedConfidence: Unverified. Weak evidence — treat this as unconfirmed
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