Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has addressed the captaincy of Bruno Fernandes following talks with the player, after the Portuguese midfielder was benched for the team's last game against AFC Bournemouth.
Fernandes, who has served as club captain, was an unused substitute in the Premier League fixture on October 29, 2026. Carrick confirmed that discussions had taken place regarding the leadership role.
The decision to leave the captain out of the starting lineup prompted speculation, but Carrick stated that the conversation was part of regular squad management and that Fernandes remains a key figure for the club.
