“I begged him to stay when he wanted to leave in January and he’s our best player now”: Man United’s captain Bruno Fernandes names the only Manchester United player better than him at the moment
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has made a surprising admission about one of his teammates, revealing he personally pleaded with the player to stay at Old Trafford during the January transfer window — and now considers him the club’s standout performer.
Speaking during a pre-match press conference ahead of United’s final Premier League fixture, Bruno opened up about the player’s turnaround in form and importance to the team.
“In January, he was really frustrated, and to be honest, he wanted to leave,” Bruno admitted. “But I begged him to stay. I told him, ‘Your time is coming, just be patient.’ And now, for me, he’s the best player in the team at the moment.”
The Player Revealed
Though Bruno didn’t name the player initially, it quickly became clear through the conversation that he was referring to none other than Alejandro Garnacho. The young Argentine winger has exploded in form since the turn of the year, delivering match-winning performances, crucial goals, and dazzling individual moments that have lifted United during a turbulent season.
“Garna has been unbelievable,” Bruno continued. “His confidence, his dribbling, his energy — it’s what we’ve needed. Right now, he’s playing better than me and probably better than anyone else in the squad.”
A Season-Changing Impact
Since January, Garnacho has emerged as one of United’s most reliable attacking outlets, scoring vital goals in both the Premier League and FA Cup, and terrorising defenders with his fearless approach.
Bruno admitted that Garnacho’s impact has exceeded expectations. “He’s grown so much in a short time. We knew he had talent, but now he’s showing maturity and responsibility too. He’s not just about the tricks — he’s delivering end product, and that’s what makes a top player.”
A Lesson in Patience
Bruno’s confession also highlights how quickly situations can change in football. The 19-year-old winger, once unhappy with limited minutes, is now one of the first names on the teamsheet under Rúben Amorim’s incoming regime.
“I’m proud of him,” Bruno concluded. “I’m happy I convinced him to stay because imagine if we had lost him — it would’ve been a huge mistake. Now, he’s a star, and I know he’ll only get better.”
A Future Built Around Garnacho?
With Garnacho’s stock rising fast, Manchester United fans will be hoping to see the young star remain a central figure in the squad for years to come, especially with Amorim’s exciting new era on the horizon.
And as for Bruno Fernandes, his honest acknowledgment of Garnacho’s form is a sign of true leadership — recognising when it’s someone else’s moment to shine.