Overview
- Speaking on the Rio Ferdinand Presents podcast, the Manchester United captain said he had two opportunities to leave but remained after being told by the club, "We need you."
- He described his decision as loyalty during the club's toughest periods and said he made a point of staying present when the team struggled.
- Fernandes admitted his spell has fallen short of his hopes, noting he has won only the Carabao Cup and the FA Cup across five years at Old Trafford.
- He said his commitment hinges on United's ambition to return to winning ways and that he believes he can still help deliver trophies.
- The interview, recorded before a separate Canal 11 release, has been reported as a clarification of earlier comments that some outlets framed as a walk-back.