Bruno Fernandes Wins PFA Player of the Year
Bruno Fernandes wins PFA Player of the Year, breaking the Premier League assists record with 21 assists this season.
The update
Bruno Fernandes has been named the Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA) Player of the Year for the 2025/26 season. The Manchester United captain secured the award over Arsenal’s Declan Rice, despite United finishing third in the Premier League and failing to win a trophy.
Why it matters
Fernandes becomes the first United player to win the PFA award since Wayne Rooney in 2009/10. He also won the Football Writers’ Association (FWA) Footballer of the Year award in May. This double honors his record-breaking individual season, where he set up 21 Premier League goals, surpassing the previous record held by Kevin De Bruyne and Thierry Henry.
What to watch
Fernandes’ award adds to the pressure on Manchester United’s hierarchy to deliver silverware next season. The club is expected to make significant changes to the squad and coaching staff following a disappointing campaign.
Sources
- All Out Soccer — Fernandes' win, record-breaking season details, United's league position, previous award history.
- skysports.com — Fernandes' win, record-breaking season details, United's league position, previous award history.
- AFP — Fernandes' win, record-breaking season details, United's league position, previous award history.