Bruno Fernandes has thrown his full support behind Michael Carrick, praising the interim Manchester United manager after another convincing Premier League win. United’s 2-0 victory over Tottenham yesterday marked a fourth straight league success under Carrick, a run that has lifted the club firmly into the top-four conversation, as detailed by SoftFootball.
Speaking after the game in a post shared by Fabrizio Romano on his official X account, Fernandes made it clear that Carrick’s deep connection to the club is shaping his impact from the touchline.
Fabrizio Romano posted:
Bruno Fernandes: Michael Carrick knows what it means. He’s won everything at Man United.
I told him last time he was our manager, I was sure that he can become a great manager and he’s showing it.
The United captain pointed to Carrick’s decorated playing career and understanding of elite standards, themes echoed in SoftFootball’s coverage of Carrick’s reaction to the Spurs victory. Fernandes stressed that Carrick’s knowledge of what it takes to win at Old Trafford is translating directly into results on the pitch.
The Portuguese midfielder explained that Carrick’s authority comes naturally because of his history at the club. The respect between players and manager, according to Fernandes, has been a key factor in United’s recent consistency.
Fernandes also revealed that Carrick’s current success comes as no surprise to him. He recalled conversations from Carrick’s brief interim spell in 2021, when he already saw managerial qualities developing. For Fernandes, Carrick’s calm authority and clarity in communication have been crucial in steadying the squad after a turbulent period.
Tactically, Fernandes believes Carrick has empowered players to take responsibility while maintaining structure. He highlighted Carrick’s ability to communicate effectively, noting that trust and clear messaging have boosted confidence across the team.
Despite the impressive run, Fernandes was careful to strike a measured tone, reminding teammates that consistency remains the ultimate goal. As United prepare for their next league test, the captain’s message is clear: belief in Carrick is strong, but focus must remain firmly on the next challenge.
