Kevin De Bruyne has spoken about Manchester United playmaker Bruno Fernandes after he set the record for the most assists in Premier League history.
On 25 May 2026, Kevin De Bruyne, the Belgian midfielder of Italian Serie A powerhouse Napoli, commented on Bruno Fernandes, the Portuguese captain and midfielder of Manchester United, after Fernandes set the Premier League record for most assists with 21, breaking the previous record of 20 held jointly by De Bruyne and Thierry Henry.
Kevin De Bruyne said of Bruno Fernandes breaking the Premier League assist record: "He (Bruno Fernandes) is an outstanding player. Last season he made 18 assists, so I don't understand why everyone is surprised. He is one of the best passers I've ever seen. Often, it's difficult to play with him because he already knows what to do next even before the ball arrives."
"What makes Bruno Fernandes truly special is his vision and timing. He spots passing opportunities that most players don't even consider. You can pressure him for 90 minutes, but he only needs a split second to create a dangerous chance. Players like that are rare in football. People often talk about goals, but controlling the game through passing and intelligence is equally important. Bruno Fernandes has done that consistently for years, and breaking the assist record truly reflects his level of play."