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'He has always been an idol for me': Bruno Fernandes hails Cristiano Ronaldo's influence on his career - as he admits to being 'impressed' with first six weeks at Manchester United

Bruno Fernandes has paid tribute to Portugal team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo, describing his national-team captain as an 'idol'.

The Manchester United midfielder has hit the ground running at Old Trafford since his arrival from Sporting Lisbon in January for £67million.

His energy and creativity has brought new life to the United midfield - he was named Premier League Player of the Month for February on Monday and has now spoken about his relationship with five-time Ballon d'Or winner Ronaldo.

Bruno Fernandes won the Premier League Player of the Month award for February

Bruno Fernandes won the Premier League Player of the Month award for February

Fernandes paid tribute to 'idol' Cristiano Ronaldo, who he plays with for Portugal

Fernandes paid tribute to 'idol' Cristiano Ronaldo, who he plays with for Portugal

BRUNO FERNANDES AT MAN UNITED

  • Appearances: 9
  • Goals: 3
  • Assists: 4
  • Yellow cards: 1

Statistics in all competitions according to Transfermarkt

'He [Ronaldo] welcomed me very well to the Portugal national team,' Fernandes told Cronache Di Spogliatoio.