Bruno Fernandes reveals talks with Harry Maguire after captaincy swap

The Portuguese will lead Manchester United in the 2023-24 season

Bruno Fernandes will lead Manchester United after Erik ten Hag chose him as the captain of the team.

The armband was removed from the Englishman and handed to the Portuguese star, and Harry Maguire welcomed Bruno Fernandes on taking over as the newly appointed captain of Manchester United.

Harry Maguire's response to the information was confirmed by Fernandes before the Red Devils left for their preseason trip to America.

Erik ten Hag, the manager of United, stated that although losing the position of captain because he no more demands a regular spot in the starting XI, Maguire is still an "important player" for the team.

"It is obvious that the England defence is in a disappointing scenario, but Fernandes claims that despite the 'tough' circumstances, the defender has handled them with grace."

‘'He gave me congratulations and he said he is really happy for me. ‘I understand his position is not the best at the moment. It has to be difficult for him but he came and said congratulations to me and I am happy about that because we have always had a good relationship.’'

‘'He spoke in front of the whole group. He wanted to do it in front of everyone."

‘'Everyone already knew about the situation with H [Maguire] but no one knew who would be the next captain so he did it in a team meeting with everyone together because it’s something we have to do more often, to keep the things inside and give the compliments inside to ourselves."

‘'Obviously it’s a big honour and it’s something that I didn’t dream about. It’s over your dreams but it’s something for me and my family, because they have been with me all this time, and it’s a proud moment for everyone.’'

When asked whether he would change as a player or as a person while holding the armband, Fernandes responded that he would continue to be the guy the manager already finds appealing.

After defeating Arsenal on Saturday, the Red Devils will play Wrexham, Real Madrid, and Borussia Dortmund in the upcoming days in the United States.