Joe Cole has claimed that Manchester United midfielder Fred is a 'different player' for Brazil as he also discussed the struggles of Liverpool ace Fabinho.
Fred started alongside Fabinho in Brazil's final group stage game against Cameroon on Friday night, with manager Tite making nine changes for - essentially - a meaningless encounter. The Seleção, who lost 1-0, were all but guaranteed top spot before kick-off after beating both Serbia and Switzerland.
Tite has generally preferred Reds midfielder Casemiro over Fred and Fabinho, with the former Real Madrid star remaining a consistent performer for both club and country following his move from Los Blancos in the summer. While Fred has been consistently in and around the Brazil squad for the past 12 months, he has only started seven matches for United this term.
