Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has come to the defense of team captain Bruno Fernandes following critical remarks from former United captain Roy Keane. Keane, who spoke on "The Overlap" podcast, labeled Fernandes as one of the "imposters" at the club, emphasizing that while he possesses talent, it is insufficient without the requisite leadership qualities. Amorim, however, expressed a contrasting opinion, asserting that Fernandes is invaluable to the team and plays a crucial role despite the ongoing challenges faced by Manchester United.

In his comments, Amorim highlighted the importance of Fernandes, stating, "Bruno is really important for us in the club. He's special for me. He's playing well in a difficult context and always wants the responsibility." He acknowledged that Fernandes' visible frustration during matches may come off as criticism towards teammates but attributed it to a deep desire to win. Amorim also noted that differing opinions are natural, particularly given Keane's high standards from his playing days, but he firmly believes his perspective as the current coach holds more weight.

Amorim's remarks come at a time when Manchester United is navigating a tough season, compounded by various challenges on and off the pitch. He also addressed the situation surrounding Alejandro Garnacho, who faced backlash for his reaction to being substituted, making it clear that maintaining team cohesion and understanding the importance of perception at such a prestigious club is vital. As the team prepares for their next match against Fulham, Amorim hopes to instill a winning mentality and rally the players to rise above the criticism.