Bruno Fernandes has missed Manchester United’s last two Premier League matches, and he will also be absent for the upcoming game against Leeds.
Ruben Amorim is anticipating the return of several key players, but absences due to AFCON will keep Amad Diallo, Bryan Mbeumo, and Noussair Mazraoui unavailable, leaving the squad even more stretched during this busy festive period.
This season, United has faced challenges with injuries, which is not uncommon for them. Amorim’s strategies have been affected by the shortage of midfield options and constant shifts in the defense. The situation has also led to opportunities for several Academy players to make their first-team debuts, including Jack Fletcher.
Even in tougher times for United in previous seasons, Fernandes was frequently the player who could change the course of a match. Amorim is feeling his absence now.
Although Fernandes has taken on a deeper role beside Casemiro this season, he has still scored five goals and provided seven assists in the Premier League. His creativity is vital for United’s attack, which has clearly struggled without him.
Amorim will aim to assemble a lineup capable of securing three points against Leeds, but it will be challenging without Fernandes—he consistently makes a difference when on the field.
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