Man United star Bruno Fernandes affirms his plans for the team, less than a month after turning down a Saudi offer
Manchester United Secures Bruno Fernandes' Commitment for Another Year
Bruno Fernandes has decided to remain at Manchester United, rejecting lucrative offers from Saudi Arabian clubs Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr. The Portuguese midfielder, who recently took on the role of captain, has signed a contract extension that will keep him at Old Trafford until at least 2026, with a club option for the 2027/28 season.
Fernandes turned down a significant financial offer from Al-Hilal earlier in 2025 and also declined an informal approach from Al-Nassr, opting to continue competing at the highest level in Europe and leading Manchester United as captain.
The decision to stay was influenced by discussions with Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim and consultations with his family. Fernandes expressed his desire to remain at a club competing in elite European football rather than moving to the Saudi Pro League. He aims to stay at Manchester United for at least one more year, providing stability and leadership to the team as they build for the future.
On the pitch, Fernandes has been a key figure for United, contributing significantly with goals and assists (19 goals and 19 assists across all competitions in the previous season). His commitment to the club is expected to bolster Manchester United's prospects in both domestic and European competitions, helping maintain the squad’s competitive core while the club develops further.
In addition to Fernandes, Manchester United has also strengthened its squad with the arrivals of Bryan Mbuemo and Matheus Cunha. Benjamin Sesko may also join the team amidst interest from the club, with Newcastle United reportedly set to improve their bid for the young striker.
Sources:
[1] BBC Sport: Bruno Fernandes signs new Manchester United deal [2] The Guardian: Bruno Fernandes commits future to Manchester United [3] Sky Sports: Bruno Fernandes rejects Al-Nassr approach [4] The Athletic: Bruno Fernandes turns down £700,000-per-week offer from Al-Hilal [5] Sky Sports: Bruno Fernandes discusses decision to stay at Manchester United
- Bruno Fernandes' decision to stay at Manchester United beyond 2026 highlights his commitment to competing at the highest level in European football, as opposed to the Saudi Pro League.
- Fernandes' contract extension will likely bolster Manchester United's chances in premier-league and European-leagues competitions.
- Aside from Fernandes, Manchester United has also bolstered its squad with the arrivals of Bryan Mbuemo, Matheus Cunha, and potentially Benjamin Sesko.
- In light of Fernandes' commitment, interest in other sports such as MLB may take a backseat for football enthusiasts, as attention focuses on Manchester United and other premier-league teams.
- Despite other lucrative offers from clubs like Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr, Fernandes chose to remain at Manchester United, further solidifying his role as a vital player and leader in the team.
