Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes set a new record for assists in a single Premier League season Sunday.
The playmaker surpassed the previous mark of 20 that was jointly held by Thierry Henry and Kevin De Bruyne when his corner-kick was headed into the net by Patrick Dorgu in the Red Devils’ season finale at Brighton & Hove Albion.
Fernandes has crammed five assists into his past seven Premier League appearances as he worked hard to reach assist No. 21 and the record.
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The Portuguese midfielder, who was named Premier League Player of the Season on Saturday, also scored in the second half for his 30th goal involvement in a fantastic individual campaign that has helped Manchester United secure a Champions League berth.
“I want collective awards more than anything,” Fernandes said last week. “But knowing that your job is being recognized by many people, a lot of players came out and said I was player of the season, for that I am very grateful.”
He’s set to represent Portugal at the World Cup this summer.