The Portuguese midfielder has agreed to sign for the Premier League giants for a fee of 55 million euros plus add-ons.
The name of Bruno Fernandes has been making the transfer headlines for some time, and reports in Portugal now confirm that he is in the process of signing for the much-linked Manchester United.
The fee reportedly agreed between the clubs is 55 million euros, although additional payments may be made depending on objectives being achieved. The add-ons could total €25 million, with 10 million of those suggested as being 'simple' to fulfil, and the other 15 million based on goal return. This could mean a final transfer value of 80 million euros.
Part of the reason that the negotiations have taken so long is due to Sporting's desire to hold onto the player until the end of the season. United and Fernandes, however, were keen to make the switch now, with the Red Devils desperate to squeeze into the Champions League places.
With 13 goals and 10 assists this season in Portugal, Old Trafford fans will be hoping he can add an extra dimension to their team's play. Signatures and official announcements are expected within the next 24 hours, as reported by BBC sport.
SonOfGrace
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I have spent more money on Data reading this Man Utd rumours than Man Utd has spent in the transfer window 😩
Nesaiknruy_Legend
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Only in Manchester United can they sign Fred for 52 million and maguire for 80 million yet refuse to pay 60 million for a player who is a leader and captain in his side as well as 1 they badly need with actual skill...
saailizo
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If this is true, my sleepless nights are finally coming to an end. If it's just another lie, 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭 I will have a higher medical bill once again.
Kene1000
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This is on bbc news,sky sports,evening standard everywhere so please sign this man already All I hope is that he doesn’t become a flop
Holuwa-Superior
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OFFICIAL: Bruno fernandes agrees to join Manchester United but he will be waiting for 24hours to confirm from VAR whether Ed Woodward is no more in charge of transfer.
FootballChief
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January 1st: Man United Reps in Portugal for Bruno Jan 11: Negotiation at advance stage Jan15: Fernandes plays his last game for sporting Jan21: Negotiations broke down Jan28: Fernandes agrees to Join United Jan 31: ???[Crylaugh][Crylaugh][Crylaugh]