Bruno Fernandes has been nominated with two Manchester United academy graduates for the Premier League’s Player of the Month in March.
It’s hardly a surprise that with Manchester United’s improved form under Michael Carrick, several key players are performing at a high level consistently.
United fans need to look no further than Bruno Fernandes. Throughout March, the Portugal international scored two goals and registered three assists, providing three man-of-the-match displays in four outings.
That means it comes as little surprise that Fernandes is in contention for a Premier League award.
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Bruno Fernandes, James Garner and Danny Welbeck nominated for Premier League Player of the Month
Fernandes has made a habit of winning annual and monthly awards during his time at Old Trafford, winning Player of the Year four times.
The midfielder has been in outstanding form since Carrick moved him into the No.10 role, after Ruben Amorim previously deployed him deeper in midfield rather than playing Kobbie Mainoo.
Fernandes, 31, averaged a goal involvement every 60 minutes in the Premier League in March, which surely names him a top contender after earning a nomination for the Premier League Player of the Month.
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Two of the other six nominees include United academy graduates Danny Welbeck (Brighton) and James Garner (Everton).
Other nominees include Arsenal’s David Raya, Fulham’s Alex Iwobi, Newcastle’s Anthony Gordon, and Nottingham Forest’s Morgan Gibbs-White.
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Bruno Fernandes Premier League stats in March
To top off another impressive month in the Premier League, Fernandes ought to be seen as the easiest vote in the monthly award.
A quick look at his stats in the Premier League throughout March should only further assist you in voting for the United captain.
Most chances created: 23
Most big chances created: 6
Most goals and assists: 5
Most assists: 3
Fernandes’ recent performances will only strengthen his case to win the Premier League Player of the Year award for the first time.
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