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Steven Railston

Erik ten Hag explains why Bruno Fernandes starts for Manchester United vs Tottenham

Erik ten Hag has praised the durability of Bruno Fernandes after the player was considered fit enough to start for Manchester United against Tottenham on Thursday night.

Fernandes sustained an ankle injury in the semi-finals of the FA Cup against Brighton at the weekend and he was pictured on social media wearing a protective boot at home, which suggested he could miss the Tottenham clash.

The midfielder was subsequently spotted walking without a protective boot at Carrington on Wednesday and Ten Hag, speaking at his pre-match press conference, confirmed that a late decision would be made on his fitness.

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