Newcastle legend, Alan Shearer, has suggested that Manchester United midfielder, Bruno Fernandes is ‘happier’ when teammate Cristiano Ronaldo doesn’t play for the Red Devils.

According to Shearer, Fernandes plays more freely when Ronaldo is not on the pitch for Man United.

Fernandes put up a spectacular performance as Man United defeated Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 in a Premier League tie at Old Trafford on Wednesday night.

Two goals from Fernandes and Fred gave Erik ten Hag’s side all three points against Tottenham, as Ronaldo did not feature against the visitors.

“Would I be stirring if I said Bruno looks happier in this team without Ronaldo? I just look at his performance tonight and his energy and look at his leadership and the qualities he has offered both defensively and offensively, and he has done so much for them in this performance tonight.

“He deserved that goal,” Shearer said (via Manchester Evening News).