Fred fuelled by manager’s comments

Fred, speaking to United Review, Saturday’s official matchday programme, was clearly delighted to feel he can set the tone for his colleagues, especially the younger ones.

“I’m really happy with this,” he told us. “Obviously, I’d like to be an example for everybody.

“I’m at an age where you’ve gained experience and I obviously [want to] continue doing my best. I want to play more, of course, get more minutes, though, regardless of this, in my day-to-day work, I continue to set an example, doing my work, and I hope the young players can be inspired by this to do their best as well.

“I’m really happy and honoured by the manager saying that I’m an example for the young players and everyone in the dressing room.”