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Mark Jones

Bruno Fernandes rates his Man Utd debut after disappointing draw with Wolves

Bruno Fernandes has declared himself happy with his Manchester United debut despite the disappointing nature of the game itself.

The Portuguese international made his United bow and played for the full 90 minutes of Saturday evening's goalless draw at home to Wolves, in which he started brightly only to see his influence on the game wane in the second period.

The new boy saw long range efforts comfortably saved by his compatriot Rui Patricio either side of half-time, but ultimately he and his United teammates had to settle for a point against Nuno Espirito Santo's determined side.

After the match, Fernandes took to his Twitter account - which isn't currently verified but has been confirmed as genuine by United - and wrote: "Happy with my debut. Looking for the next game and grab the 3 points!"

Fernandes tweeted after the game (Twitter - @B_Fernandes8)

Former United defender Gary Neville also thought that Fernandes acquitted himself well in new surroundings.

"I thought he did quite well," said the Sky Sports pundit.

"He showed good discipline to not expose himself too much.

"In the first half in the No.10 role I just thought he... he reminded me a little bit of what Juan Sebastian Veron used to do when he came to United.

"He sort of charged around everywhere and moved everywhere and was busy. He was looking for spaces.

The Portuguese star fared well, according to Neville (Getty Images)

"I actually liked him more in the second half when he played with a little bit more control. I thought it was a decent debut from him.

"I think Fred has down very well in these last few months. He's emerged as a really good player for United so, you never know, those two in midfield could control games.

"There was some promise there. It's early days, but I liked what he did."

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