Frank Christian
Bruno Fernandes, the captain of Manchester United, is facing the possibility of leaving the club before the end of summer.
The Red Devils concluded a disastrous Premier League season, finishing in a disappointing 15th place for the 2024/25 season.
Ruben Amorim’s team fell to Tottenham in the UEFA Europa League final on May 21, eliminating their chances of securing a trophy and competing in Europe for 2025/26.
This summer, the club’s management is gearing up for a significant cost-cutting initiative, with numerous high-earning players potentially on their way out.
Veteran players Victor Lindelof, Christian Eriksen, and Jonny Evans have already departed as their contracts ended in June, and Fernandes might follow in the coming weeks.
After the defeat to Spurs, the Portuguese midfielder suggested that the club might “cash in” on him to finance a squad overhaul for Amorim this summer.
Could Bruno Fernandes depart from Man United for the Saudi Pro League?
This is the pressing dilemma for United supporters as the team prepares for a brief tour of Asia before their summer hiatus.
The financial strength of the Saudi Pro League is a significant factor in this transfer window, with Al Hilal allegedly presenting a staggering proposal to Fernandes’ representatives.
According to the Daily Mail, the Saudi club plans to boost Fernandes’ current wage of £280,000-a-week [£378,000] to £700,000 [$945,000] tax-free, part of a total offer worth up to £200m [$270m] over three years, including bonuses.
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The report indicates that Fernandes’ agent has been engaged in discussions with Al Hilal since the domestic season ended, and this offer is deemed a ‘take it or leave it’ scenario.
With vast amounts involved, including a £100m [$135m] transfer fee for United, Al Hilal insists they need a decision before July begins, or they will retract their offer.
While United is optimistic about keeping Fernandes, a crucial decision looms regarding whether the financial advantages exceed the value of the 30-year-old in Amorim’s strategy as the club embarks on a rebuilding phase.
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