Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has delivered a significant fitness update on his captain Bruno Fernandes, confirming the Portuguese midfielder will miss Tuesday's Premier League clash with Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Fernandes Ruled Out of Wolves Fixture
Bruno Fernandes sustained a hamstring injury that forced him to miss the Boxing Day match against Newcastle United. Amorim has now explicitly stated there is "no chance" the influential playmaker will be available for the trip to Molineux on Tuesday, 30 December 2025.
The manager also cast doubt on Fernandes's availability for the subsequent fixture against Leeds United on Sunday, indicating the club will be cautious with his recovery despite the player's keenness to return swiftly.
Amorim Hails Fernandes's 'Unseen' Leadership
Despite being sidelined, Amorim was effusive in his praise for the 30-year-old's ongoing impact. He described Fernandes as a "great leader" who continues to influence the squad by attending training sessions and maintaining constant communication with his teammates.
In a light-hearted moment, Amorim joked that Fernandes's deep involvement and tactical observations might mean "he wants my job," underscoring the captain's unwavering commitment even while injured.
Mounting Injury List for United
The absence of Fernandes compounds Manchester United's selection headaches. Amorim confirmed the team will also be without several other key players for the Wolves match.
Kobbie Mainoo, Matthijs de Ligt, and Harry Maguire are all definitively ruled out. Furthermore, the availability of midfielder Mason Mount remains uncertain, leaving Amorim with a depleted squad to choose from as United look to secure vital points.
The situation presents a major test of the squad's depth and Amorim's management during a congested festive fixture schedule, with the team heavily reliant on its absent captain's leadership from the sidelines.
