Manchester United are missing a striker, says Bruno Fernandes after win over Arsenal in pre-season friendly

By India Today Sports Desk: Manchester United’s new captain Bruno Fernandes has said that they are missing a striker. Manchester United beat Arsenal 2-0 in their opening pre-season match at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

Speaking after the match, Fernandes said Manchester United need a striker, adding that they have to fight to win every trophy that they is available. The Portuguese midfielder has been appointed as the new club captain, taking over from defender Harry Maguire.

“With Wout (Weghorst) gone, we are missing a striker. Anthony is still not fit so we have only one player for the striker position. The club knows and the manager knows we need more people in that position. Manchester United has to fight for everything. This club deserves that,” said Fernandes.

He went on to say that he is not going to change after becoming captain, insisting that one has to be as natural as they can. Fernandes has scored 64 goals and assisted 54 times in 185 matches for the club.

“The manager liked my discipline and passion and everything I give. The manager chose me because of what I was doing last season and the way he worked with me. I don’t see why I should change. You have to be as natural as you can. There are big players in the dressing room and everything I say to them is because I think they can do big things,” Fernandes added.

Manchester United emerged victorious in this encounter, defeating Arsenal 2-0. The goals were scored by Bruno Fernandes and Jadon Sancho, both of whom capitalized on errors made by Arsenal players. Fernandes’ goal came after a weak save attempt by Arsenal’s goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale, while Sancho’s goal was facilitated by a missed clearance from Arsenal’s Gabriel.

Despite the final score, the match was not devoid of excitement. A penalty shootout was held after the match, which Manchester United also won, with a score of 5-3. The shootout was decided by an error from Arsenal’s Fabio Vieira, who missed the target completely with his kick.