Bruno Fernandes is set to return from injury when Manchester United face Burnley on Wednesday in their first game since head coach Ruben Amorim was sacked. Former United midfielder Darren Fletcher is taking charge of the game as interim coach and he confirmed that the captain is in contention to play for the first time after suffering a muscle injury at Aston Villa on December 21.

Bruno Fernandes apologised to his Manchester United boss after he was sacked by the club and now faces a similar situation in the wake of Ruben Amorim's dismissal

Reacting on Instagram, Fernandes has posted a 13-word message to Amorim, thanking him and his coaching staff for his 14-month spell at Old Trafford.

Bruno Fernandes is set to return for Manchester United squad against Burnley, but Darren Fletcher is yet to decide whether to include his twin sons.

THE MAJORITY of Manchester United players are unhappy with the sacking of Ruben Amorim. Well-placed sources say Amorim was popular with the players and retained the backing of most of the squad

Some clarity on Fernandes’s recovery has now come to light. The Times are one of several outlets to report that the midfielder’s ailment is not as bad as first feared and the club are thought to be “confident” that he will be fit in time for the meeting with Manchester City on Jan. 17.

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim reveals that Bruno Fernandes and Mason Mount could be available for Wednesday's Premier League clash with Burnley.

Stefan Borson has suggested the most likely scenario for Man United star Bruno Fernandes following the exit latest at Old Trafford.