Bruno Fernandes Wins Premier League Player of Season
SkimNews Take
Despite a title race that went down to the wire, individual excellence can still be recognized and rewarded even when it doesn't directly contribute to the top team's ultimate success.
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- Bruno Fernandes was named Premier League player of the season after a combined public and expert panel vote.
- Bruno Fernandes equaled the Premier League single‑season assist record with his 20th assist in a win over Nottingham Forest.
- Bruno Fernandes created 132 chances this campaign, 43 more than the runner‑up Dominik Szoboszlai, the highest total in the league.
- Manchester United finished third and qualified for the Champions League, aided by Fernandes' eight goals in 37 appearances.
Why it matters: United secures a high‑profile accolade that boosts its brand and helps cement Champions League qualification, while Fernandes' record‑tying season enhances his market value and bargaining power.
