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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Jamie Jackson

Ruben Amorim praises Bruno Fernandes for being a leader even when injured

Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes before the Premier League match against Newcastle
Bruno Fernandes had to watch Manchester United’s win against Newcastle from the sidelines because of injury but is still an influence. Photograph: Martin Rickett/PA

Ruben Amorim has joked that Bruno Fernandes may want his job as Manchester United head coach after the captain observed training sessions and remained a vocal leader despite being injured.

Fernandes could be out for up to three more weeks after sustaining a hamstring problem in United’s 2-1 defeat at Aston Villa on 21 December. Amorim was asked if the 31-year-old is still an influence on the team and offered a humorous response regarding his own role.

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