Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes said on Sunday that he “ excuse » to Erik ten Hag because, according to him, the players are partly responsible for the dismissal of the Dutch coach.
« Every time a coach leaves, you also have to take on part of the responsibility. It’s because the team isn’t doing very well. “, the Portuguese playmaker said on Sky Sports after the 1-1 draw against Chelsea on Sunday.
Fernandes excited to work with Amorim
« It’s easier to get rid of one manager than 15 players. I spoke to the manager and apologized, I was disappointed he left and tried to help him “, he assured. Erik ten Hag was sacked by Manchester United on Monday after a poor start to the season in the league and without any victory in the Europa League.
Fernandes was silent against opposing goalkeepers during this period but, since the Dutchman’s departure, he scored twice against Leicester (5-2) on Wednesday in the League Cup and opened the scoring on a penalty on Sunday against Chelsea.
« I haven’t scored any goals, we haven’t scored any and I feel responsible. I always gave 100%. He knows it “, continued the 30-year-old, appointed captain by ten Hag.
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Fernandes said he was impatient to evolve under the orders of Ruben Amorim, the current coach of Sporting Lisbon, expected on the Manchester United bench from November 11 to replace ten Hag.
« I’m a big Sporting fan and I watch a lot of their matches. Ruben Amorim brought enthusiasm back to the club ,” Fernandes said. There, “ he transformed everything and brought everyone together ».
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