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'Bruno Fernandes was on the pitch but not playing': Jose Mourinho claims Manchester United star has been ANONYMOUS for Portugal at Euro 2020... but hopes midfielder will 'turn up' against France in Group of Death

Bruno Fernandes has not shown up for Portugal at Euro 2020 despite his 'incredible potential', according to compatriot Jose Mourinho.

The Manchester United star has managed just 58 passes altogether in their opening Group F win against Hungary before their subsequent 4-2 defeat by Germany, and has struck just one shot on target.

The 26-year-old midfielder has not played a crucial role in any of the reigning champions' five goals at the tournament so far and was also substituted after 63 minutes against Joachim Low's men.

Portugal midfielder Fernandes has had just one shot on target at Euro 2020
Mourinho hopes Fernandes will turn up against France
Fernandes was substituted against Germany after Portugal beat Hungary in their opener

That modest return has arrived despite coming into it after scoring 28 goals and laying on 17 assists across all competitions for his club in 2020-21.