Bruno Fernandes is reportedly becoming more frustrated with the pressure of being the main creative force and goal scorer for Manchester United, according to former Red Devils midfielder Gordon Strachan. The Portuguese forward recently scored a hat-trick in a 5-2 win over Ipswich Town, following a 2-0 loss to Hull City in the opening match of the season. Strachan believes Fernandes may be feeling the weight of high expectations, especially since he continues to carry the majority of the scoring and playmaking responsibilities despite the arrival of several new players. Strachan pointed out that Fernandes is the only Manchester United player to score in the first two games of the season, with the exception of Bryan Mbeumo. The club has signed players like Youri Tielemans, Matheus Cunha, Marcus Rashford, Amad Diallo, and Benjamin Sesko, who are all expected to contribute to the attack. However, Fernandes remains the primary source of goals and creativity. Strachan suggested that the 31-year-old, who is in the final year of his contract, is likely looking for more support from his teammates to share the workload. Strachan compared Manchester United’s reliance on Fernandes to the more balanced approach seen at Premier League champions Arsenal, where multiple players contribute to scoring and creating chances. He emphasized that spreading the responsibility across the team can help reduce the pressure on any single player and improve overall performance. This balanced strategy can also help maintain the long-term success of key players like Fernandes. Manager Michael Carrick has previously stated that the club aims to keep its top players and continue to maximize the potential of Bruno Fernandes and the team around him. With the option to extend Fernandes’ contract by an additional year, the club is likely weighing its options carefully. Strachan’s comments highlight the need for a more collective approach to reduce the burden on Fernandes and ensure the team’s sustained success.