Ruben Amorim gives immediate Bruno Fernandes fitness update after Man Utd beat Crystal Palace

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Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes was pictured holding his hamstring in the final minutes against Crystal Palace.

Bruno Fernandes picked up both assists for Manchester United in the 2-1 win over Crystal Palace on Sunday afternoon.

Joshua Zirkzee and Mason Mount scored their first goals of the season after latching onto free-kicks taken by Fernandes.

United fans raved about Fernandes as he led the second-half comeback, but supporters were left holding their breath in the dying minutes when the Portuguese playmaker reached for his hamstring.

Ruben Amorim provides Bruno Fernandes update

Fernandes has started every match for United this season, so losing the 30-year-old to injury would be disastrous for Ruben Amorim.

Since making his move to Old Trafford in 2020, Fernandes boasts a remarkable injury record, missing only three matches through injury.

After the full-time whistle, Amorim was asked about Fernandes reaching for his hamstring, and the United boss quickly cleared up what had happened.

Speaking to TNT Sports, Amorim said: “It was a kick. I was shouting at him because he needs to learn that we will make a substitution if he talks to the bench.

“But he said it was just a kick, so everything is okay.”

With Amorim rubbishing any injury claims, Fernandes should be fit to face West Ham on Thursday evening.

Man United injury news after Crystal Palace win

Amorim was able to pick up three points at Selhurst Park despite being without Matheus Cunha, Benjamin Sesko and Harry Maguire.

⚠️Injury latest ahead of Man Utd vs Palace

• Harry Maguire: OUT
• Matheus Cunha: OUT
• Benjamin Sesko: OUT

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With only a few days until United are back in Premier League action, all three players face a race to be fit for the clash.

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In a major boost to United, Lisandro Martinez made his return to the pitch at Selhurst Park, replacing Luke Shaw for the final 10 minutes.

It means Amorim has strength in depth in his defensive options, but is lacking options up front.