Bruno Fernandes Mulls Move to Al Hilal Amid Growing Interest

MANCHESTER, England — Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes is seriously considering an offer from Saudi club Al Hilal, as talks continue in the Middle East. The 30-year-old midfielder’s agent has traveled to Saudi Arabia for negotiations, signaling a potential blockbuster transfer.

Fernandes’s contract proposal involves a lucrative four-year deal worth €25 million per year, which would triple his current salary. Al Hilal is reportedly willing to pay Manchester United £80 million as a transfer fee.

After United’s Europa League final loss, Fernandes hinted at his future when he stated, “If the club thinks it’s time to part ways because they want to do some cash-in, football sometimes is like this.” However, he expressed pride in being at United, saying, “I am just a very lucky guy who is living his dream in one of the best clubs in the world.”

United’s head coach, Ruben Amorim, emphasized the importance of keeping Fernandes in the squad, stating, “He is really important for us and what we want to build for the team.” Amorim believes Fernandes’s leadership is critical, especially in tough moments of the season.

Life on United’s recent tour in Asia has shown Fernandes committed to his role. Despite whispers of a potential move, he has engaged fully with fans and supported younger players throughout the trip.

Previous speculation about Fernandes’s departure arose last summer, but he opted to stay. Now, with the absence of European football for his club after their recent season, there are concerns about whether Fernandes may reconsider his position.

Sources indicate that if Manchester United accepts Al Hilal’s offer, it could open the door for other European teams to make their interest known. The coming weeks may prove critical in determining Fernandes’s future.