​Bruno Fernandes Ends Long Wait for Manchester United with Premier League Player of the Season Award

Bruno Fernandes finally received the highest recognition for his outstanding performances after being named the Premier League Player of the Season for 2025/2026. The Manchester United captain played a crucial role throughout the campaign, becoming the driving force behind the club’s strong finish in the league standings.
The Portuguese midfielder helped United secure third place in the final table, guaranteeing the club’s return to the UEFA Champions League next season. His influence extended far beyond leadership, as he consistently delivered creativity and stability during important matches across the season. Fernandes became the central figure in United’s attacking system and one of the league’s most influential players.
Fernandes completed the campaign with eight goals and 20 assists in 37 Premier League appearances. His assist tally matched the record for the most assists in a single Premier League season, underlining his remarkable ability to create scoring opportunities. His twentieth assist came in Manchester United’s recent match against Nottingham Forest, further highlighting his impact in the final stages of the season.
Statistical records also reflected how dominant Fernandes was compared to other midfielders in the league. He created 132 chances throughout the season, the highest total among all Premier League players. The gap between Fernandes and the next closest player, Dominik Szoboszlai of Liverpool FC, reached 43 chances, showing just how consistent the United playmaker had been as the team’s primary creator.
The award marked a historic moment for Manchester United because Fernandes became the club’s first player to win the Premier League Player of the Season award since Nemanja Vidić in 2011. The winner was selected through a combination of public voting and expert panel assessments, with Fernandes finishing ahead of several top contenders, including Declan Rice, Erling Haaland, and Morgan Gibbs-White. Meanwhile, the Young Player of the Season award went to Nico O'Reilly of Manchester City after an impressive breakthrough campaign.