Former Aston Villa striker, Gabriel Agbonlahor has argued that Fernandes has lost his mojo since United bought Ronaldo
By Kehinde Okeowo
Former Aston Villa striker, Gabriel Agbonlahor, believes the signing of Portugal legend, Cristiano Ronaldo was a recruitment error by Manchester United.
The 35-year-old, who said so while speaking with talkSPORT , also advised that the club should sell Ronaldo and let the younger players lead the line next season.
Ronaldo since his return to Premier League has scored 14 goals in all competitions for Manchester United but much has been made of his return.
According to Agbonlahor, the Portuguese arrival at Old Trafford has adversely affected the performance of his compatriot, Fernandes, who was running the show before he returned to the club.
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He also said allowing Ronaldo and Cavani to lead the line, ultimately affects the shape of the team when they lose the ball because they do not have what it takes to join the midfield when they are not in possession.
He said: “Ronaldo looks like he’s losing a yard of pace every time he plays.
“Ronaldo and Cavani, two up front, doesn’t work every game because you need one of those players to drop into midfield and get the ball. That’s where they missed Fernandes.
“Before Ronaldo came in, [Bruno] Fernandes was the main man. Now Ronaldo’s the main man.
“Ronaldo was captain against Wolves. Before Ronaldo came it was Fernandes who was captain when Harry Maguire was out and now he’s on the bench.
“There’s going to be tension there. If you look at the whole situation, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will know he made a mistake by bringing Ronaldo in, simple as that.
“Yes, Ronaldo has scored but he’s scored goals that [Mason] Greenwood would have scored, [Marcus] Rashford would have scored in that position
“For me, I would let Ronaldo go in the summer. Let Greenwood, Sancho and Rashford play together.”