Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes has denied reports that he is losing faith in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's ability to take the club forward.
The Portugal international arrived at Old Trafford in the January transfer window and has already firmly established himself as one of United's key players after proving to be instrumental in helping the club seal a Champions League place ahead of Tottenham Hotspur last season.
However, following a 6-1 home defeat by Spurs just under a fortnight ago, there have been reports of a heated half-time exchange with Solskjaer after being substituted at half-time.
A claim that has been strongly denied by Fernandes who has broken his silence on the matter.
"There's been a lot of speculation about that," he told Sport TV, as per the Manchester Evening News. "First it was a discussion with team-mates, as it did not stick, it was a discussion with only one team-mate (Victor Lindelof), as it did not stick now, it is the discussion with Solskjaer.
"I believe it is a way to destabilise the group. What was said is in no way true.
"I was replaced at half-time, it is true, by technical option. The coach told me that the game was almost over and that we would have a lot of games ahead of us.
"Got it. I was not satisfied but said nothing that could harm the group.
"At the end of the game, the coach sent me a message to wish the team good luck, and if I wanted to give a word of support to the team.
"We spoke at the end by message and I just have to be grateful to the coach who bet on me, his tactics are perfect for me.
"Do not use my name, my colleagues or the coach to make trouble at Manchester United.
"The atmosphere is good and the team is ready to give an answer in the next game."
With growing speculation about Solskjaer's job, former Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino continues to be linked as a possible candidate to replace the Norwegian should United decide upon a change.
But for now, it would appear that Solskjaer retains the faith of Fernandes.
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