Kathmandu, May 24 -- Manchester United skipper Bruno Fernandes was announced the English Premier League player of the 2025-26 season on Saturday.

It is the first time that Fernandes, who began his Premier Legue journey with Manchester United in January 2020, has been voted the player of the season.

"Fernandes is in a sensational form," the League states in an announcement on its website. "Fernandes has been the driving force in a resurgent Red Devils side who have secured third place and a UEFA Champions League spot."

The Portguese was at the driving seat as Manchester United, with a match in hand, are finishing third this season. The 13-time Premier League winners had finished 15th last season.

Fernandes has contributed 28 goals-eigh...