Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes could be set for a mega-money departure from Old Trafford as Al-Hilal attempt to persuade the Portugal star to complete a transfer
Manchester United supporters have been left convinced that Bruno Fernandes is on his way OUT following a social media post from the club captain. Fernandes appeared to drop a hint over his future by delivering a cryptic message on his Instagram.
The United talisman, who has offered a rare spark of life for the club in a dismal season, is understood to have been set a deadline by Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal to decide over a switch. The Middle East club are willing to pay £100million to land Fernandes in addition to a package worth a reported £200million over three years for the player.
On more than one occasion, Fernandes has noted he would leave Old Trafford if United desire his departure to cash in. And now he has posted Portuguese quote on his social media account on Saturday afternoon which translates to: “If you tried and failed, congratulations! There are people who don't even try.”
In the current climate, it certainly could be taken that the 30-year-old may have given up on his attempts to find success with the 13-times Premier League champions. Fernandes' agent, Miguel Pinho, has been in Riyadh for talks there is said to be growing optimism that a deal could be achieved.
United boss Ruben Amorim has indicated that he would like the midfielder to stay, and hinted that his captain would also like to remain. Asked if the Portugal midfielder had played his final game for the club, the 40-year-old responded: “I don’t think so. I don’t know for sure, nobody knows, but I don’t think so.
"I think he’s seeing us taking some actions to change things and that’s all he asks. I think he wants to stay. He is saying no to a lot of things, but that shows he wants to win. He’s really young, he’s really good, he needs to be in the best league in the world.”
But those words have not offered enough confidence for supporters amid Fernandes' latest action. A number believe the veteran will soon make his exit.
"He’s gone," said one fan on X. "Been agreed for days now. Dont blame him tho. Why would he want to stay with these lot. He Deserves better! We will miss him hugely n his doubters will regret ever doubting him."
"He's gone. He tried at Utd. Failed," added another. "He's saying he's moving on. It's done."
One supporter on Reddit agreed: "He’s gone. Tried but couldn’t save the club."
Another added: "He’s leaving. He tried his very best throughout his time with us, and gave it his all, but it wasn’t enough. And there are many our players who didn’t even try, or give it their all, or did their best, or display the same commitment and drive that he has."
‘Well, it was a privilege watching you play cap. I think this might be it," said a further reddit user.
"Sounds like he’s leaving," another said. "Nothing wrong with providing his family with generational wealth. Who knows, this might be a blessing in disguise."
United legend Paul Scholes believes the Red Decils have to take the offer. The former midfielder believes that Fernandes' departure could aid Amorim in some respects.
"They are talking about £100m for him, Man United cannot say no to that," he told The Overlap Fan Debate. "I know he has been brilliant and carried the team on his back, but where does he actually play, what is his position?
"Do you see him as a number 10? Do you see him as a holding midfielder? He almost confuses the whole system. I mean, he has been brilliant, don’t get me wrong. But when you’re getting £100m for him, you snap your hands and take it."
muhceilrst
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sell Bruno get enough money to buy two young players ,one mid and one striker
Cakcdekyz
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it is so stupid to reject the offer.. don't let what happened to rashford keep repeating happening again.
Nodadelmpy
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pls Bruno go, Remenber theres life after football
fakabdmnor
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A friend once told me until Fernandes leaves Manchester United, that team won’t make any headway. This is baffling considering he’s the best player in the team. But, then again, his role can be often confusing because you can’t really tie him down to a specific position in the team which is spot on. It’s called the “curse of being an exceptional player” where you can be useful in a multitude of positions such as a false 9, defensive midfielder, double 10, playmaker, offensive 8 etc. Reminds me of former utility player under Sir Alex - John O’Shea who practically played all positions. I wonder how the team will cope if we lose a talismanic leader such as Fernandes as there no one who can fill his shoes. Mount (no disrespect) will get his seasonal injury. Casemiro hasn’t got the legs, Mainoo too slow, no stamina. In truth, if we lose him, we should be getting two decent midfielders as replacement. I would suggest Crystal Palace - Eze and Bayerns Munich - Palhinha. Two proven premier league campaigners. One has flair, the other has grit. The midfield is where the battle is usually won or lost. Adam Wharton would also be an astute purchase considering we sold McTominay for peanuts last season. Whoever green-lighted that sale should be fired himself. Manchester United need a reset and if it has to start with the Captain of the club, I’d wish Amorim best of luck. Please, don’t start Maguire as the first choice Centre back. He’s a good servant of the club but he needs another assertive defender to share the defensive load wit him. Players like DeLigt, Martinez have their defensive weaknesses before they can get to that elite finished player. I still believe Shaw needs to be sold or at best used as a squad player. His injury record speaks for itself. He can’t play 20 games on a trot before his body betrays him again. A fine footballer no doubt but he’s spent in my opinion.
zewdimpt
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Man u is nt having problem with money lets pay bruno Salah in Liverpool Bruno is the best. I know he is paining without playing champions league next season even us supporters we are paining but Amorim must stop this system of too much defensive
The_Red_DeviIs
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Haha fake news backed up by what plastics said on X Yeah this is totally factual 🤡🤡
kaebekmru
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Go for the money cap , you have really done a lot, for us , man utd need the money and the wealth will help you too , even in 3years time man utd still requires a lot to be were fernandes need to be
Denamnpsuz
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Then let’s get pogba
He will help us with creativity and midfield control
Denamnpsuz
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Then let’s get pogba
No please he is ok
YoUTDd4life
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Then let’s get pogba
FFS, what's Pogba gonna do ?
lbcrna
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united need the money
Waz92
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he is not going anywhere I hope I am wrong
dougiefresh
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Then let’s get pogba
you mean pogwaste
Tokbcikly
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let the guy to go,
Duseinsuy
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let him go 1 player will not solve manutd problems
Nuoabdinp
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Bruno your the best in united but just make us that money
pehcinsz
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Football life is limited, one is a football player when being young, and, thus the time one should generate money and building a future. Bruno's 31,and, approaching the limit... Al- Hilal is saying join them for retirement money, Bruno take the offer...
Denamnpsuz
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Then let’s get pogba