For the majority of the Old Trafford faithful, the prospect of losing Bruno Fernandes when at complete rock bottom is unthinkable.
Yet, Manchester United might just be considering a potential sale of their invaluable skipper this summer as INEOS chiefs frantically ponder over how they can navigate the summer window in financial disarray.
Despite being one of the more senior members of the squad at 30 years old, Fernandes remains one of their most valuable assets, given he’s head and shoulders above the rest in regards to his ability and consistency.
Bruno Fernandes issues major exit admission after Spurs defeat
He’s opened the door to a potential exit, too. In the aftermath of United’s Europa League final defeat, the Portuguese star acknowledged that sales will be essential for the side to comply with the Profit and Sustainability laws in the coming months.
“I will be here until the club says to me that it’s time to go,” said Fernandes to reporters post-match.
“If the club thinks it’s time to part ways because they want to do some cashing in or whatever. It is what it is. And football sometimes is like this.”
Fernandes’ uncertain future: The state of play
Last August, Fernandes put pen to paper on a contract extension to keep him tied to United until June 2027, plus the option of a further year. The deal saw his pay bumped up to accurately reflect his integral role at the club, whilst also fending off interest from potential suitors who’d established their interest.
Speculation around the time had suggested the midfielder was being approached by Bayern Munich and Inter Milan. United had just won the FA Cup but overseen a lacklustre Premier League campaign, which culminated with them finishing eighth and subsequently prompted reports that the captain was considering a new venture where he’d enjoy increased success.
Now that the Reds are on the cusp of recording their worst season in over 50 years, we can only question where his head’s at.
United will also have their own questioning to do as to whether they take Fernandes up on his suggestion of cashing in or go again next season with him at the heart of Ruben Amorim’s rebuild.
According to The Telegraph, Saudi Pro League outfit Al-Hilal ‘could table a big offer’ for Fernandes, who’s scored 19 goals and contributed a further 19 assists in 56 appearances this term.
Bruno Fernandes wants to stay as long as #MUFC want him but raises for first time how he’d have to accept it if the club opted to cash in. Al Hilal eager to sign the Portugal midfielder https://t.co/SUiDupx2Hk
— James Ducker (@TelegraphDucker) May 22, 2025
There will have to be sacrifices, there is no other way we can rebuild without some academy players and Bruno being sold. Garnacho, Rashford, Mainoo, and Fernandes along with others will bring us in the monies needed for a HUGE rebuild.
Get your thinking caps on INEOS and move these players on and build us a NEW youthful team without any worries of PSR .
Thanks bro you just spoke my mind 👍
Rashford, Sancho and Anthony for starters. Bruno for £115m followed by Casemiro, Erikson, Lindloff, Onana and Hojland. Then bring in some youget for energetic players who are not overpaid and hungry. This is a minimum, we need a complete rebuild.
Couldn’t blame Bruno one little bit if he wanted a move, although that’s not what he said. He must be seriously psst off with the dross around him. Wouldn’t be Al Hilal or the like; I’m sure he’d want European move and the chance of a European trophy. But if he goes and Amorim’s system still doesn’t work after the summer, I fear we’ll be in for a relegation fight. And after we beat The 115 in the FA Cup final, the thought of Mainoo and Garnacho being sold was laughable – I still hate the thought.
At a time when great talent is difficult to attract to Man Utd why would the club let go one of its best players? It may be true that Amorim’s system relies less on the ‘classic 10’ skills that are Bruno’s bread-and-butter, but Bruno has shown that he can perform fairly well in a range of positions and, despite the odd ‘glitch’, has consistently been a top – and always available – performer since Amorim arrived. I think it would be false economy to sell Bruno, though I would understand if he wanted a change.