Man United’s Fred stuns fans with glorious assist for Neymar during Brazil 4-1 Uruguay | OneFootball

Fred shocked Manchester United fans by producing a quality assist for Brazil superstar Neymar against Uruguay in a 2022 World Cup qualifier on Thursday night.

The 28-year-old has constantly divided opinion among Man United supporters since arriving from Shakhtar Donetsk in 2018.

Pep Guardiola wanted to bring the Brazilian midfielder to Manchester City in the same summer but it was United who won the race for his signature.

Fred was a bitter disappointment during his debut campaign at Old Trafford but gradually won over some United fans over the next two seasons thanks to his energy and tenacity.

Now in his fourth season, though, there are many United supporters who feel that Fred isn’t good enough to be a first-team regular if the club want to challenge for the Premier League title.

However, Fred’s assist during Brazil’s 4-1 win over Uruguay might explain why Ole Gunnar Solskjaer continues to keep faith in the South American.

Video: Fred's assist for Brazil vs Uruguay

In the 10th minute of the match, Fred received the ball 30 yards from goal and floated an inch-perfect pass in behind the Uruguay defence to Neymar.

Neymar then put Brazil 1-0 up with his 70th international goal.

What a ball.

Man Utd fans react to Fred's assist vs Uruguay

Let’s check out some of the best reaction on Twitter from stunned Man Utd fans:

Leeds United star Raphinha netted a brace while Flamengo striker Gabriel Barbosa also got on the scoresheet as Brazil kept themselves five points clear at the top of South America’s 2022 World Cup qualifying table.

When will Fred next play for Manchester United?

Fred’s involvement in Thursday’s fixture means he will be unavailable for United’s Premier League trip to Leicester City on Saturday.

But he could return to Solskjaer’s starting line-up for next week’s Champions League clash against Atalanta.

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