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'He is two steps ahead': Roy Keane raves about 'pure quality' Bruno Fernandes after his influential display in Manchester United's win over Nottingham Forest - and says his passing ability is 'a striker's dream'

Roy Keane described Bruno Fernandes as 'pure quality' after he put in an influential performance away at Nottingham Forest.

The Portuguese was decisive for Manchester United in midfield as they ran out 2-0 winners thanks to goals from Antony and Diogo Dalot, ensuring they took a significant stride towards Champions League football next season.

Fernandes was crucial throughout, dominating the midfield area throughout, leading to praise from pundits Keane and Gary Neville.

‘He’ll be disappointed he didn’t obviously score, but his quality of his balls into the box – if you’re a striker it’s a dream, you make some runs and he picks you out,' Keane said.