Bruno Fernandes is solidifying his legacy as one of the greatest signings in Manchester United's illustrious history, and possibly the best since the Sir Alex Ferguson era.

After a tumultuous 12 years of hit-or-miss recruitment, Fernandes stands out as a beacon of hope following his arrival in 2020 from Sporting Lisbon.

A four-time Player of the Year at United, Fernandes has reached a remarkable personal milestone, netting his 100th goal for the club.

Elite Club of 100 Goals

Achieving this milestone, Fernandes scored with flair against Chelsea in a thrilling 2-1 victory. This puts him in an exclusive club as one of only four midfielders in Manchester United history to score 100 goals.

He now shares the 21st spot on the all-time goal-scoring list with legends Joe Cassidy and George Wall, both of whom played for the club before World War I.

In a notable twist, Fernandes achieved this feat where greats like Bryan Robson fell short, as 'Captain Marvel' remained agonizingly stuck at 99 goals.

Racing Against the Legends

What’s even more impressive is that Fernandes is scoring at a faster rate than any of the other three midfielders who reached the 100-goal mark: Bobby Charlton, Ryan Giggs, and Paul Scholes. However, those legends each clinched multiple league titles and a European Cup during their tenures.

Still, being mentioned alongside such esteemed company highlights Fernandes's impact, especially as he excels in a struggling United team.

Milestone Appearances on the Horizon

Fernandes is now just four games away from hitting the significant milestone of 300 appearances for Manchester United, which he’s poised to reach in early October.

Among his teammates, only Marcus Rashford, with 426 appearances, has played more games for the Red Devils, underscoring Fernandes's key role in the squad.