Jorge Jesus calls Bruno Fernandes’ hip problem “worrying” ahead of Nations League tie with Norway

On 2026-09-27 Portugal manager Jorge Jesus described Bruno Fernandes’ hip issue as “worrying” ahead of his side’s Nations League match against Norway and said Fernandes had not trained for the fixture.

Jesus said the problem has hampered Fernandes for around three matches, that determining the severity of the hip complaint is the immediate priority and that Portugal’s medical staff will decide whether he plays, with no precise recuperation time provided.

On other fitness news, Jesus addressed Nuno Mendes, saying: “Nuno Mendes is not a major problem because he came off with fatigue and not an injury. If I want to, I can use him in the game, provided he gives me good feedback in training.”

Jesus confirmed Fernandes had been managing the issue while appearing for Manchester United, noting: “The more worrying one is Bruno Fernandes because he played with a problem in his hip, but he really wanted to play. As you saw, he was not even at his usual level.” The remarks verify that Fernandes entered the game as a replacement in the second half against Fulham and Brighton while carrying the same problem for United.

The Portugal manager underlined the immediate clinical steps, saying: “We will see whether he is ready for the game and what the doctors say. He will not even train. He has been playing with that pain for around three matches.” The club schedule was described in the report as a concern for Fernandes’ availability in October.

Jesus added that he has discussed the situation with Fernandes and prefers a cautious approach, saying: “I have already spoken to him and I would prefer not to risk him, so that I can have him at 100 per cent for the game against Denmark.” Portugal’s medical team are due to determine Fernandes’ status for the Norway match before any selection is confirmed.