Report: Influential Man United star is upset with how Ruben Amorim has used him

"Traditionally one of United's primary attacking outlets, thriving when given freedom to push forward, create chances, and support the forwards, Fernandes finds himself operating closer to his own penalty box. Many believe this shift is limiting his ability to impact games in the way both he and fans expect. United's poor start to the 2025-26 Premier League season has only heightened the scrutiny. Man City defeat exposed weaknesses Man United A 3-0 defeat to Manchester City in the derby match was particularly revealing."

"Under Amorim, United's setup has seen Fernandes paired in a double pivot or deeper central midfield alongside the likes of Casemiro or Manuel Ugarte. The manager has done that to give his team more stability in the midfield and more strength in terms of the defensive aspect of the game. However, that has worked against the club and the player as Fernandes is more interested in an attacking role, a role in which he has excelled over the years."

"In a deeper role, Fernandes is unable to display his natural game in which he has flourished for some time. The Portugal international midfielder is naturally a number 10 and his best position is just behind the striker but Amorim has been using him in a different position and it is clearly not working for the club, the player and the manager."

Bruno Fernandes, Manchester United captain, is discontent with Ruben Amorim's tactical instructions and being used in a deeper midfield role. Fernandes traditionally serves as a primary attacking outlet, thriving when given freedom to push forward, create chances, and support the forwards. Operating closer to his own penalty box limits his ability to influence matches offensively. United's poor start to the 2025-26 Premier League season and a 3-0 derby defeat to Manchester City intensified scrutiny, with defensive lapses and midfield control cited. Amorim has paired Fernandes in a double pivot with Casemiro or Manuel Ugarte to add stability, but the deeper role conflicts with Fernandes' natural number 10 position and has not delivered desired results.

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