London, May 23 -- Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has been named the Premier League Player of the Season 2025-26 for the first time after emerging as the standout performer in the campaign.

Fernandes has enjoyed a brilliant season for Manchester United, playing a key role in their resurgence and helping the club secure a UEFA Champions League spot.

The Portuguese midfielder has recorded eight goals and 20 assists in 37 Premier League appearances, directly contributing to 28 goals as United finished third in the table.

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His 20th assist of the season, which came in a 3-2 victory over Nottingham Forest for Bryan Mbeumo, saw him draw level with former Manchester City mid...