Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has said captain Bruno Fernandes' commitment to the club is beyond doubt after a recent internal disagreement.
According to The Independent, Carrick dropped the Portuguese midfielder from the starting line-up after he openly criticised the manager's tactical decisions following a 4-1 defeat to Como. Fernandes remained on the bench throughout the subsequent 3-0 defeat to Bournemouth.
However, the manager and captain held an in-depth private conversation last week. Fernandes then returned to the team and delivered a strong performance in the 3-2 Champions League win over Roma.
“His actions on the pitch, the quality of his play and the way he calmly dealt with having to retake a penalty speak for themselves,” Carrick said.
“Bruno's attitude is impeccable, as ever.”
Asked whether Fernandes had personally apologised for his criticism, Carrick declined to reveal details of their private conversation:
“It is clear that we are moving in the right direction, and Bruno's commitment to the club is beyond doubt.”
