Roy Keane has launched a scathing attack on Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes, labelling his pursuit of the Premier League assist record a "circus act". Speaking on The Overlap, Keane expressed fury that Fernandes appeared to prioritise individual accolades over the team's collective success, particularly after he equalled the single-season assist record of 20 this past weekend.
Keane's Criticism
The former United midfielder highlighted Fernandes' post-match admission of forgoing shooting opportunities to make passes during United's 3-2 victory against Nottingham Forest on Sunday. Keane questioned Fernandes' mindset, stating that a captain should not be "bogged down" by individual records and suggesting this approach would prevent the team from winning trophies.
Captaincy Concerns
Keane also criticised Fernandes for showing visible frustration when teammates failed to convert chances he created, arguing that as captain, he should be offering encouragement instead. "It's a circus act," Keane said. "He's more worried about his own stats than the team winning."
The comments have sparked debate among fans and pundits, with some defending Fernandes's record-breaking season while others agree with Keane's assessment of leadership priorities.
