Manchester United are going through a delicate period and Michael Carrick has decided to strike hard before the reception of Bournemouth, this Sunday at 3 p.m., during the eighth day of the Premier League. According to The AthleticBruno Fernandes will start the match on the bench, a decision which comes a few days after the Mancunian captain’s criticism of his coach’s tactical choices, following the heavy defeat against Como in the Champions League (4-1). While the Red Devils occupy a worrying 15th place in the standings, this choice is of concern as the Portuguese remains one of the major players in the squad. It remains to be seen whether this exclusion constitutes a sanction or a purely sporting decision.
Questioned on Friday about the statements of his attacking midfielder, Carrick nevertheless tried to calm tensions, ensuring that there was no division within the group. “There is no division. We just need to get back to doing what we do best.”he explained, before being questioned about his captain’s armband. “Will he remain captain? The most important thing is the team. I will always do what is best for the club. Whatever the situation, I will always do what is best for the club. As for whether or not I spoke to him, I don’t think now is the time to go into detail. » In a context where Manchester United must absolutely redress the situation, the absence of Bruno Fernandes at kick-off therefore risks fueling questions around the relationship between the two men.
