Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal has expressed strong interest in acquiring Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes, reportedly preparing a record-breaking offer exceeding £115 million, along with a lucrative salary package surpassing £1 million per week . This move is part of Al Hilal’s strategy to bolster their squad ahead of the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup .
Despite the substantial financial incentive, Fernandes has indicated a desire to remain at Old Trafford. Following United’s Europa League final loss to Tottenham, he acknowledged his willingness to depart if the club deemed it necessary for a squad rebuild, stating, “If the club decides to use my sale to fund a squad rebuild, I would understand” . However, he reaffirmed his commitment to contributing to United’s resurgence.
Manchester United, under manager Ruben Amorim, has made it clear that Fernandes is central to their future plans. Amorim emphasized Fernandes’s importance, stating, “He is a top player and we need top players. He is a leader, the captain. It is natural that people want Bruno, but we want to keep him”
While Al Hilal’s interest is genuine, no formal negotiations have commenced, and Manchester United remains firm in their stance that Fernandes is not for sale. Fernandes’s current contract runs until 2027, with an option for a further year, underscoring the club’s long-term commitment to the Portuguese midfielder
