Bruno Fernandes is contracted to Manchester United for another two years, but with his calls to strengthen the team on the transfer market, the future of the captain is uncertain
Captain Bruno Fernandes of Manchester United is said to be considering leaving the club after he had previously called on the hierarchy to include their ideas on the transfer market. The Portuguese star brought Pen on paper over a new deal with the Red Devils in August last year.
However, the extension only came out after Fernandes the work of the united co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe made it clear that he demanded the club of top class players to compete with the very best.
Nevertheless, the current attraction of United in the market is now threatened, which means that the midfielder is supposed to weigh the decision to continue, where Al-Hilal, Saudi Pro League side, would be circled.
The loss of United in the Europa League final of Tottenham Hotspur and their subsequent inability to offer European football next season means that some of the biggest stars of the game to Old Trafford can be difficult. Assembly financial worries will also offer an obstacle for Ruben Amorim this summer.
Speaking on the club's website when signing his contract extension, Fernandes said: “The club knew I wanted to compete with the best teams. They knew we had to improve the team. And I think we do that.
“I said to the:” I don't need you to promise that we are going to win the competition because no one can promise. But at least we will have a team to compete and be competitive throughout the season, to try to reach silverwork and compete at the highest levels. “
Under former manager Erik ten Hag, United held their end of the deal last summer. Joshua Zirkzee, Leny Yoro, Matthijs de Ligt, Manuel Ugarte and Noussair Mazraoui were brought in for a combined fee assumed in the £ 200 million region.
However, Amorim has long been aware that funds will probably be tight this summer. In a movement that can indicate some ambition in Fernandes, it is clear that United wants to conclude a £ 62.5 million deal for Wolves Vooruit Matheus Cunha.
Anyway, the Fernandes agent, Miguel Pinho, is supposed to have held discussions with Al-Hilal about a stunning transfer of £ 100 million. United has also refused to exclude his possible sale after he insisted that every member of his under -performance team is for sale.
Al-Hilal wants to close a deal quickly, so that Fernandes, 30, can play for them next month in the club World Cup in the United States. After the definitive defeat of United's Europa League, Fernandes doubted about his future by suggesting that the club could “cash” on him.
United signed Fernandes from Sporting CP in January 2020 for compensation that rose to £ 67.7 million. He was the top scorer of United in 2024/25 with 19 goals and retained the Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year Award – an award he won in the club in four of his six seasons.
United's head coach also underlined the meaning of the player this week. “[Fernandes] Is really important to us and what we want to build for the team. We often talk about this, “said Amorim.
“You can see from his performances. You can see by his leadership. You can see the passion he has for the game. In difficult moments, Bruno is the man who takes responsibility. He should do because he is the captain.”