The Portuguese star is reportedly disillusioned with the constant managerial instability as Michael Carrick takes charge ahead of the Manchester Derby.
Manchester United faces a potential leadership crisis as captain Bruno Fernandes has reportedly reached his breaking point. Following the dismissal of Ruben Amorim, the 31-year-old playmaker is seriously considering his future at Old Trafford, citing the club’s constant instability as a barrier to his title ambitions.
The Amorim Factor According to a report by Peter Hall for The i Paper, the departure of Ruben Amorim was a significant blow to Fernandes. The two shared a strong professional bond and mutual respect. With Amorim gone after only a short tenure, the midfielder is reportedly frustrated by the “revolving door” of managers that has defined United’s recent history.
Fernandes, who has been the club’s technical and emotional heartbeat since 2020, is desperate to add major silverware to his resume. The persistent lack of a long-term project has led him to question whether those ambitions can be met in Manchester.
A Familiar Face in the Dugout As Fernandes evaluates his options, he will once again work under Michael Carrick. The pair previously collaborated in late 2021 following Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s exit, a brief period where Carrick remained unbeaten in three matches.
The appointment of Carrick has received the ultimate seal of approval from Sir Alex Ferguson, who reportedly views the former midfielder as the “best possible choice” to restore the club’s culture. For Fernandes, however, the question remains whether Carrick is a permanent solution or another temporary fix.
The Ultimate Test: The Manchester Derby The timing of this internal turmoil could not be worse. Manchester United are preparing to host Manchester City in the 196th Manchester Derby this Saturday.
- Match: Manchester United vs Manchester City
- Date: Saturday, January 17th
- Kick-off: 12:30 GMT
- Venue: Old Trafford
All eyes will be on Fernandes. Whether he can put his personal frustrations aside to lead his team against their fiercest rivals will be the major talking point of the weekend.
