Bruno Fernandes Speaks on Asking to Be Substituted During Man United’s Anfield Demolition

• Bruno Fernandes found himself on the receiving end after he appeared to ask for a sub against Liverpool
• The Portuguese midfielder was captain during Man United's trip to Anfield which ended in a 7-0 defeat
• Fernandes lasted the entire match, with Erik ten Hag hooking off Casemiro, Fred, and Marcus Rashford

Manchester United skipper, Bruno Fernandes has denied claims that he asked to be substituted during his side's demolition at Anfield.

United were condemned to a 7-0 historic defeat during their Premier League trip to Liverpool on March 5.

The Red Devils went into the clash off a fantastic run of form that had seen them end their six-year wait for a trophy, beating Newcastle in the Carabao Cup final to win the the tournament at Wembley Stadium.

However, Erik ten Hag's high-flying stars were brought crashing down by the Reds, who put them to the sword with a masterclass performance.

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A brace each from Cody Gakpo, Mohamed Salah, and Darwin Nunez downed the visiting United to help keep Liverpool's hopes of securing a Champions League spot alive.

Roberto Firmino also chipped in with a goal to make it seven.

Fernandes reportedly asked for sub

One of the most bizarre things from the match happened deep in the second half when Fernandes appeared to ask to be substituted.

According to The Sun, the Portuguese midfielder was seen gesticulating to his bench as Anthony Elanga prepared to replace Marcus Rashford.

The incident sparked claims by a section of fans that the skipper had asked to come off.

Fernandes responds to sub claims

The former Sporting Lisbon ace has now come out to address the claims, with the midfielder insisting he did not ask to come off.

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The Sun reports that Fernandes has since made it clear to the club staff that he was not asking to be substituted.

According to the United playmaker, he was only seeking clarification on his playing position after the introduction of Elanga.

Meanwhile, subbing on Elanga made no impact for the Red Devils, who went on to ship in more goals and scored none.

Casemiro berates Bruno

Sports Brief previously reported on Casemiro apparently tearing into Fernandes despite having won the Carabao Cup moments earlier.

The Brazilian scored the first goal at Wembley as the Red Devils finally ended their six-year trophy drought at the expense of Newcastle.

Immediately after the final whistle, Casemiro appeared to confront Fernandes, likely about the captain's missed opportunity in the match.