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Manchester United skipper Bruno Fernandes has broken his silence on a record-breaking Premier League milestone, which he is very close to achieving.

History looms

Last week, Fernandes was named the Premier League’s Player of the Month for March.

He enjoyed a glorious month, registering two goals and four assists in the four appearances he made. The Portugal international’s two assists against Aston Villa saw him surpass the iconic David Beckham to become the United player with the most assists in a single Premier League season (16).

In addition to the Premier League Player of the Month award, Fernandes also secured the club’s version of the honour.

Bruno Fernandes. pic.twitter.com/6gOYHZe0xw

— Manchester United (@ManUtd) April 7, 2026

The Premier League accolade saw Fernandes become United’s joint-most prolific Player of the Month winner alongside Cristiano Ronaldo.

Only Sergio Aguero, Harry Kane and Mohamed Salah, who have all won the award a record seven times, are ahead of Fernandes in the list.

Fernandes spoke to club media, thanking the fans for voting for him and sharing his thoughts as history beckons.

Fernandes’ verdict

The 31-year-old said, “Obviously I am always grateful even more [because] we know that...