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Bruno Fernandes injury: Jorge Jesus describes Man United skipper’s condition as “worrying”

Bruno Fernandes is a doubt for Portugal with a hip problem, raising concern over his availability for Manchester United's October fixtures.

Published: Sunday, 27 September 2026 at 7:31 AM
Bruno Fernandes injury: Jorge Jesus describes Man United skipper’s condition as “worrying”
Key Things to Know
  • Portugal manager Jorge Jesus labeled Bruno Fernandes's ongoing hip injury as worrying.
  • Fernandes missed training ahead of Portugal's Nations League fixture against Norway.
  • The midfielder has reportedly been playing through the hip pain for around three matches.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Portugal manager Jorge Jesus has described Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes's hip condition as worrying ahead of their Nations League match against Norway. Fernandes has missed training while dealing with the issue, which has affected him for approximately three matches. Jesus stated he prefers not to risk the midfielder against Norway to ensure he is fully fit for Portugal's upcoming fixture against Denmark.

The persistent problem raises doubts over Fernandes's availability for Manchester United's demanding October schedule under Michael Carrick, which includes matches against Tottenham, Atletico Madrid, and Leeds United. Fernandes reportedly played through the hip issue in recent club matches against Fulham and Brighton, adding to United's existing attacking absences including Amad and Ben Sesko.

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