VIDEO: Bruno Fernandes reveals he voted for Arsenal player before winning PFA award

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has disclosed that he cast his vote for an Arsenal player in the Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) Players' Player of the Year award, an honor he ultimately claimed himself. The revelation came after Fernandes received the prestigious accolade at a ceremony in Manchester, capping a remarkable 2025/26 season.

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I vote for some Arsenal player. I won’t say it was, but I vote for some Arsenal player.

Fernandes' victory signifies a significant recognition from his peers, as the award is voted on by professional footballers across the league. When asked about his vote, Fernandes confirmed he selected an Arsenal player but kept their identity private. "I vote for some Arsenal player. I won’t say it was, but I vote for some Arsenal player," he stated.

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I think it’s very special. Obviously, you know, when you’re voted by the people that you go against every time and they have to choose one that’s not from their team, it makes it very special for everyone.

The midfielder had a standout season, breaking the Premier League single-season assist record with 21 assists, surpassing the previous mark held by Thierry Henry and Kevin De Bruyne. He also contributed nine goals, helping Manchester United secure a third-place finish and Champions League qualification despite a challenging start to the campaign.

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And I think whoever gets the hands on this trophy should be very proud of it.

Fernandes emphasized the special nature of the award, given it comes from the players he competes against weekly. "I think it’s very special. Obviously, you know, when you’re voted by the people that you go against every time and they have to choose one that’s not from their team, it makes it very special for everyone," he remarked. He also spoke about the importance of maintaining self-belief through career highs and lows and expressed the team's determination to perform strongly in the Champions League, acknowledging the club's history and the fans' expectations.

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I think it’s not disbelief. And you have to believe in yourself all the time to understand that it’s going to be moments that will be ups and downs in your career.