Portuguese giants Sporting Lisbon have agreed a new deal with teenage defender Nuno Mendes in a bid to stave off interest from some major European teams. The fullback has been a regular part of the Sporting Lisbon XI since making his debut earlier this year. His quality has attracted the interest of European giants …
Bruno Fernandes pleased with bright start to his Manchester United career
Portugal international Bruno Fernandes is pleased with the bright start to his Manchester United career. The 25-year-old joined the Red Devils from Sporting Lisbon during the closing stages of the January transfer window and he has since contributed four goals and four assists from 10 appearances in all competitions. While most of his goals …
Lingard heaps praise on Bruno Fernandes’ displays for Manchester United
Manchester United attacker Jesse Lingard has heaped praise on Bruno Fernandes, who has been hugely influential in the club’s quest for a top four finish. The Portugal international joined the Red Devils from Sporting Lisbon in January and he has since been a regular in the number 10 role where he has excelled. Fernandes …
Van Persie praises impact of Bruno Fernandes at Manchester United
Former Manchester United star Robin van Persie has heaped praise on Bruno Fernandes’ impact at the Red Devils. The Portuguese attacker joined the club from Sporting Lisbon in the January transfer window and he has since been a regular in the number 10 role where he has contributed a number of goals and assists. …
Bruno Fernandes confirms Tottenham tried to sign him
Bruno Fernandes has confirmed that Tottenham Hotspur had made an offer to sign him from Sporting Lisbon last summer. The Portuguese footballer was touted as a top target for the north London side but they eventually decided to land the signature of Giovani Lo Celso, initially on a season-long loan from Real Betis. Speaking …
Varandas say Sporting benefitted from selling Bruno Fernandes before COVID-19
Sporting president Federico Varandas has said that his club have benefitted financially after taking the decision to sell Bruno Fernandes to Manchester United in January. The Portugal international was sold to the Red Devils before the winter transfer deadline for an initial £47m with a remaining £11m to be paid in the form of …
Bruno Fernandes aiming to win everything with Manchester United
Portuguese midfielder Bruno Fernandes has said that he wants to win every trophy up for grabs with Manchester United. The 25-year-old made the move to the Red Devils from Sporting Lisbon d during the January transfer window and he has since made a quick impression with three goals and four assists from nine appearances. Fernandes …
EURO 2020 POSTPONEMENT GARNERS MORE SUPPORT
The decision to postpone the earlier planned Euro 2020 for this year has been garnering more support by the day. Initially it seemed inevitable with the spread of the novel Corona Virus, and nations on lockdown. However, many seemed to expect a suspension until things return to normal hopefully, but the European football body opted …
Van Persie highlights Arsenal’s midfield as the reason for lack of goals
Former Premier League star Robin van Persie has highlighted that Arsenal have struggled to score regular goals this term due to the lack of creativity from the midfield department. The north London side have managed just 36 goals from 26 Premier League games this term and that has contributed to their lowly position on the …
Bernardo Silva says Phil Foden is a Champions League level player
Portuguese star Bernardo Silva has said that Phil Foden is a player of Champions League calibre and he should remain patient for his chances with Manchester City. The teenager has got a regular run of matches under Pep Guardiola this term but he has yet to cement himself from the starting lineup in the Premier …
Richard Dunne says Jesus does not have the same aura as Aguero
Former Manchester City star Richard Dunne believes Gabriel Jesus does not have the same sort of aura as Sergio Aguero despite the fact that he has a good scoring record for the club. The Citizens are expected to be without Aguero for the festive schedule following a thigh injury picked up against Chelsea and Jesus …