EPL star who idolises Bruno Fernandes now ‘starting to creep up’ Man Utd shortlist amid Anderson ‘uncertainty’

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Had they been relegated, they’d have likely had to accept a cut-price fee, given Anderson would’ve been strongly pushing to make a move as soon as the window opened.

In line with that, West Ham face a similar case with Fernandes.

Reds set sights on Fernandes swoop

With only two fixtures remaining of the term, the Irons face an uphill battle to stay in the top flight, but it’s still possible.

Tottenham Hotspur’s 1-1 draw to Leeds United last night meant that only two points now separate 17th-placed Spurs and 18th-placed West Ham, with the former having arguably more difficult games to play on paper.

Whether they survive the drop or not, Fernandes could well opt for a transfer just a year after signing for the club.

How the two midfielders have fared in the league in 25/26

Joining United, for example, would allow him to ply his trade in the Champions League in 2026/2027, as well as play alongside compatriot and role model, Bruno Fernandes.

“The biggest one right now is Bruno [Fernandes] because of the player he already is,” the 21-year-old said of United’s skipper when asked to name his footballing role model.

“Back when I was at Sporting [CP], I looked up to him and tried to learn from him. He plays in the same league as me, he has a lot of experience with the national team, and, in the Premier League, I try to watch him a lot. Without a doubt, he stands out.”

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