The Brazilian midfielder has highlighted how important qualification for Europe’s premier competition is for the Red Devils
Fred has insisted that Manchester United will “look to win the Champions League next season” ahead of their final day showdown against Leicester.
United are currently sitting third in the Premier League standings on goal difference ahead of Chelsea, with Leicester a point further back in fifth.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s men will be guaranteed a place in the Champions League if they can secure at least a draw at the King Power Stadium on Sunday.
However, if Leicester win and Chelsea beat Wolves at Stamford Bridge, the Red Devils could drop out of the top-four completely – a scenario which Fred is refusing to contemplate.
The Brazil international says United “deserve” a place among Europe’s elite next season, and he even believes they are capable of mounting a realistic challenge for the famous trophy.
He was quoted saying, “as a club, we should be in the Champions League every year as we’re a massive club”.
“So to be back in the Champions League is really important for us players, it’s also important for the club.
“It’s what the players and the club deserve. It will be great to be back in the Champions League next season and we will look to win.”
