Bruno Fernandes has recently praised his fellow Portuguese national teammate Francisco Conceição, highlighting that the young winger could be a valuable addition to Manchester United.
Fernandes, who ended the last season with impressive performances for the English club, started his preparations for the 2024 European Championship with a bang, scoring twice in a lively match against Finland on Tuesday evening.
Coming on in the second half alongside his clubmate Diogo Dalot, Fernandes made an immediate impact.
He scored a stunning long-range goal to put Portugal ahead 3-0 and later added another goal with a composed finish.
After the match, the influential Manchester United captain took a moment to commend the 21-year-old right winger, Francisco Conceição, who was instrumental in setting up both of Fernandes’ goals.
“Francisco played an outstanding game; his dynamic playing style and tireless work rate off the ball were truly remarkable,” Fernandes told Mais Futebol. “His quick reactions to turnovers and excellent positioning reflect the high-quality training he has received from his father. We need players who bring diverse skills to enhance our team’s overall strength.”
Fernandes’ reference to Conceição’s father, Sérgio Conceição, is significant as he is the current manager of FC Porto, where Francisco has had an excellent season with 43 appearances, eight goals, and eight assists.
Valued at just under £13 million according to Transfermarkt, Conceição is emerging as a promising prospect for Manchester United.
With the potential departures of Antony and Facundo Pellistri in the upcoming transfer window, it becomes crucial for the club to secure a talented right winger to compete with Amad Diallo.
Conceição’s left-footed ability complements Amad’s skills, particularly in creating assists and scoring goals, fitting well with the playing styles of Rasmus Højlund and Fernandes, who mainly operate in central roles within the team’s tactical framework.
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