Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has humorously suggested that team captain Bruno Fernandes has his eyes set on the managerial position at Old Trafford.

The lighthearted exchange occurred during a pre-match press conference ahead of Wednesday night's Europa League final against Tottenham Hotspur, where both Amorim and Fernandes appeared before the media.

During the conference, a reporter asked Amorim if he was surprised about not facing the same level of scrutiny as Tottenham's manager Ange Postecoglou, despite Manchester United's difficult season. Before Amorim could respond, Fernandes interjected with a joke: "He is. Who told you he's not? He is."

After sharing a laugh, Amorim responded: "He wants my job. He'll be a very, very good coach but he has to work on his mindset, he doesn't know how to deal with people."

The Red Devils have endured a challenging season, currently sitting 16th in the Premier League with just 39 points from 37 matches. Despite their domestic struggles, they still have an opportunity to salvage their season by winning the Europa League final, which would secure them a place in next season's Champions League.

The final represents a crucial moment for Amorim's tenure at Manchester United, with victory potentially transforming what has otherwise been a disappointing campaign. Recent reports had suggested that Amorim nearly resigned from his position earlier in the season, highlighting the pressure he has faced.

Manchester United received a boost ahead of the final with reports indicating that three key players have returned from injury, strengthening their chances against Tottenham.

The Europa League final between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur will take place on Wednesday night, with both teams looking to end their season with European silverware.