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Man United and Bruno Fernandes Hold Crucial Talks Over Future

Manchester United plans to hold crucial talks with Bruno Fernandes post-season to secure his future amid Saudi interest and club tensions.

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Martina Mincheva
Jan 22, 2026
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Bruno Fernandes reacts in frustration during a Manchester United match in the red kit

Manchester United plans to hold talks with Bruno Fernandes aimed at convincing him to stay beyond this season, according to ESPN.

The club’s leadership is expected to tell the captain they want him to remain for at least another year after the World Cup this summer.

Fernandes is currently under contract with United until 2027. Still, interest from Saudi Professional League clubs is likely to return, following Al Hilal’s near move for him last summer.

The club will leave the final decision to Bruno, but their preference is clear: they want him to stay. That’s why Manchester United were reportedly taken aback by the midfielder’s claim that he felt the club wanted to part ways with him last summer.

To avoid any future misunderstandings, United will insist Fernandes clearly states his intentions before the World Cup. This will give the club enough time to plan its next steps accordingly.