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Daily Mirror
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Samuel Meade

Erik ten Hag given Man Utd captain option as stars "will never accept" Bruno Fernandes

Erik ten Hag should name David de Gea as his captain with the Manchester United squad unable to accept Bruno Fernandes ' antics, according to Paul Parker.

The former Red Devil, like many onlookers, has taken issue with the way in which Fernandes conducted himself during the loss to Liverpool on Sunday. The Portuguese star, who has previously been called on for moaning at his team-mates, cut a frustrated figure at Anfield.

Gary Neville was among those to hammer the playmaker, who donned the armband, with questions asked over his long-term suitability in the role. Parker has highlighted De Gea as a potential replacement as he doubted whether the squad would tolerate Fernandes' behaviour.

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