MANCHESTER: Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes has been named the Premier League Player of the Season after a standout campaign that helped his team return to the UEFA Champions League.

Fernandes delivered a record-equalling 20 assists, matching all-time single-season highs set by Thierry Henry and Kevin De Bruyne, while also scoring eight goals for a total of 28 goal contributions.

His creative influence guided Manchester United to a third-place finish in the Premier League, securing qualification for next season’s Champions League.

The award recognizes Fernandes as one of the most influential players of the season across English football.