Bruno Fernandes Wins Premier League Player of the Year

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes just earned one of football's highest honors, being named Premier League Player of the Season after a record-breaking year of assists and leadership.

The Portuguese midfielder has been unstoppable this season, creating 132 chances for his teammates. That's 43 more than the second-best player in the entire league, Liverpool's Dominik Szoboszlai.

Fernandes equalled the Premier League assist record last weekend when he set up his 20th goal against Nottingham Forest. He's also scored eight goals himself in 37 games, helping Manchester United secure third place and a return to the Champions League.

The award marks a special moment for United fans. Fernandes becomes the first Red Devils player to win the honor since defender Nemanja Vidic took it home in 2011.

Earlier this month, Fernandes also received the Football Writers' Association Men's Player of the Year award. The Premier League honor is decided by combining public votes with selections from a panel of football experts, making it a true measure of fan appreciation and professional respect.

The Ripple Effect

Fernandes' recognition highlights how consistent excellence and teamwork can elevate an entire squad. His 20 assists meant 20 teammates got to score goals, and his creativity sparked countless attacks that kept United competitive all season.

His leadership as captain has been equally important off the stat sheet. At 37 games played, Fernandes has been a constant presence, showing up week after week to guide a United team that needed stability.

The award shortlist included some of football's biggest names: Arsenal's David Raya, Gabriel, and Declan Rice, Manchester City's Erling Haaland, Brentford's Antoine Semenyo and Igor Thiago, and Nottingham Forest's Morgan Gibbs-White. Being selected ahead of that group shows just how special Fernandes' season has been.

United closes their season with a trip to Brighton on Sunday, and Fernandes will carry this recognition knowing his playmaking magic made 2024-25 a season to remember for everyone at Old Trafford.