‘It won’t save anything’ – Bruno Fernandes gives brutal assessment of Man Utd’s Europa League chances

BRUNO FERNANDES believeswinning the Europa League will not save Manchester United’s dismal season.

’s men are 14thin the Prem with four matches to play after scrambling a late point at on Sunday.

Bruno Fernandes has had his say on potential Europa League glory

Yet they still have the chance to put a positive spin on the campaign by lifting a European trophy and claiming a place in next season’s .

But ahead of their semi-final first-leg trip to Athletic Bilbao on Thursday, skipper says it will not overshadow the bigger picture.

The Portuguese playmaker said: “I wouldn’t say it’s a reward, I think it will just be successful in terms of the .

“It’s very important to do that, to get the silverware this season. But it won’t save anything.”;

Bilbao are fourth in LaLiga and have an added incentive to reach the final — as it will be held in their city next month.

Fernandes said: “Theyhave the final at home if they beat us, so it will be really tough. You have to be prepared.”;

Man Utd salvaged a on Sunday.

The Red Devils fell behind on the South Coast via Antoine Semenyo’s 23rd minute effort.

Rasmus Hojlund bagged a late equaliser at Bournemouth

Evanilson was sent off 20 minutes from time, allowing United back into the contest.

Goal-shy Rasmus Hojlund netted a rare strike on 96 minute to deliver a blow to Bournemouth’s own European hopes.