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The 29-year-old has been crucial to any success Man United have had since his arrival in 2020, with Fernandes going on to play 233 times for the Manchester club, scoring 79 goals and assisting a further 66.

The United captain is unlikely to leave Old Trafford this summer as Erik ten Hag will also be keen to hold on to his most creative outlet.

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PSG interested in another potential Manchester United transfer raid alongside Jadon Sancho

Mark Brus — Mon, 22 Jul 2024 08:41:27 +0000

Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly interested in Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes as well as his Red Devils teammate Jadon Sancho.

Sancho to PSG could be one to watch as the Daily Briefing have reported on the Ligue 1 giants being close to reaching an agreement on personal terms with the player, but he might not be the only Man Utd star on their radar this summer.

According to L’Equipe, PSG also have an interest in Fernandes, and it will certainly be interesting to see if the Portugal international ends up being a realistic target for the Ligue 1 giants.

One imagines United would be eager to keep Fernandes, far more so than Sancho, but every player has his price and the former Sporting Lisbon man is not getting any younger as he’ll turn 30 next season.

Fernandes transfer: What Fabrizio Romano has previously said about the Man United star’s future

Speaking exclusively to CaughtOffside about Fernandes earlier this summer, transfer news expert Fabrizio Romano admitted that he could be one to watch.

Bruno Fernandes in action for Manchester United

“The situation with Bruno Fernandes at Manchester United remains absolutely open in terms of contract talks. Man United are very happy with Fernandes as they told his agent a few weeks ago in an initial meeting to discuss the situation,” Romano said.

“Fernandes remains focused and committed to Manchester United – it’s true that his agent had some meetings with top clubs around Europe a few weeks ago to look at potential opportunities, but at the same time, Fernandes remains absolutely committed to United at the moment.

“A new deal is a possibility in case Bruno decides to stay at the club – this could be an option in the next months, but it’s not something guaranteed, or already being completed now. It’s still on standby.

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“Still, this will be one to watch in the next weeks to understand the future of Fernandes at Manchester United, either with contract talks or if a club will arrive with a proposal.”

PSG lost Kylian Mbappe this summer, but top signings like Sancho and Fernandes could really help manager Luis Enrique rebuild the side.

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Man United midfielder linked with Cristiano Ronaldo reunion as rumours intensify

Ahad Shaukat — Sat, 06 Jul 2024 08:51:57 +0000

This summer, Bruno Fernandes, the captain of Manchester United, and Cristiano Ronaldo may be reunited in Saudi Arabia.

According to reports, the 29-year-old midfielder is about to make an unexpected transfer to the Saudi Pro League, with two teams reportedly vying for his services this summer.

According to ESPN, Al Nassr are eager to recruit a new central midfield player, and Fernandes is one of the players on their list.

His reported desire is to play at Al Nassr with Portugal teammate Cristiano Ronaldo; negotiations are anticipated to pick up now that his commitments at EURO 2024 are finished.

Given United’s miserable Premier League campaign—which saw them finish in eighth place and lose out on Champions League qualification—Fernandes’ future at Old Trafford is now in doubt.

As a result, Al Nassr are now in the lead in the competition for the Portuguese star and will make a strong effort to persuade him to choose their project over Al Ittihad, the other side that has been mentioned as being interested in him.

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Along with Cristiano Ronaldo, Al Nassr have a pool of prominent names including Sadio Mane, Otavio and Aymeric Laporte.

Al Nassr are not only considering Fernandes but also one of his rivals.

The team is reportedly ready to make a bid for Ederson, the goalkeeper for Manchester City, according to the ESPN report.

Bruno Fernandes should stay at Man United

Despite being one of the best midfielders in the world, Fernandes is set to miss out on another season of Champions League football and endure another rebuilding phase at Old Trafford.

The Portuguese midfielder is still playing at a high level and a move to the Middle East might be too early at this stage of his career.

He showed week in week out last season that he is made to play football at the highest level and the less competitive Saudi Pro League will mark the end of his career too soon.

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Ronaldo reunion on the cards as PIF want Man United’s Bruno Fernandes at all costs

Jason Pettigrove — Sat, 06 Jul 2024 06:33:26 +0000

After being knocked out of Euro 2024 by France, Portugal and Man United ace, Bruno Fernandes, will turn his thoughts back to club matters… and a potential reunion with Cristiano Ronaldo.

It’s long been thought that the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) have wanted the Red Devils captain to join his former club colleague in the Saudi Pro League, though United appear reluctant to sell.

Bruno Fernandes could be tempted by a Ronaldo reunion

According to TeamTalk, however, PIF are intentioned to make an offer to both the player and United that will be difficult to turn down.

The outlet mention that Al Nassr and Al Ittihad are the two teams where PIF see Fernandes playing, though it wouldn’t be a surprise to understand that a reunion with Ronaldo at the former would be Bruno’s preference.

Money will clearly play a part in any decision, and it’s worth pondering the question as to whether the player sees no real future at Man United, despite the strides that the club have made already under Sir Jim Ratcliffe.

Bruno Fernandes to leave Manchester United?

At 29 years of age, Fernandes doesn’t need to be put out to pasture just yet, though moving to the Saudi Pro League would suggest just that.

No matter how many times Ronaldo and PIF try to ‘sell’ the league to the rest of the world, it is only the 68th best according to TeamForm.

To put that into perspective, it’s a significantly worse league than Israel’s Ligat ha’Al and Azerbaijan’s Premyer Liqa.

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Are football players these days really only interested in how much remuneration they’re able to trouser in a short period of time?

At the expense of such magnificent competitions as the Premier League and, in United’s case this season, the Europa League.

With a couple of months still to go before the transfer window closes for business, there’s plenty of time for PIF to work their magic.

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Dan Ashworth already flexing his muscles at Man United with stunning Bruno Fernandes decision

Jason Pettigrove — Thu, 04 Jul 2024 04:28:42 +0000

He’s not officially been in the job for long but Dan Ashworth already looks to be the new broom sweeping clean at Man United.

The sporting director can now get to work at Old Trafford after an agreement was finally reached with Newcastle United, and Ashworth, as much as anyone at the club, will become a hugely important figure over the next weeks and months.

Along with the likes of Jason Wilcox and Omar Berrada, he will help shape the future of the club under Sir Jim Ratcliffe.

Man United could sell Bruno Fernandes

Clearly, there are some big decisions that need to be made in order for the Red Devils to progress, and one of those would appear to relate to captain, Bruno Fernandes.

According to Mirror Sport, although the Portuguese is expected to sign a new deal at the club, they will listen to offers for him.

Bruno Fernandes to leave Manchester United?

At 29 years of age, Fernandes still has a number of years left in the game so an acknowledgment that the club would be willing to cash in if the right offer arrived brings Financial Fair Play into sharp focus once again.

The cat will really be put amongst the pigeons should such an offer be made to the club, given that any finances from player sales would be expected to be reinvested into the playing squad.

As one of the senior members of the squad, Fernandes could command a significant fee, thus strengthening United’s bargaining power in the transfer market.

Whether or not he stays or goes, it’s clear that this is a time of great change for the Red Devils, with the pressure once again on Erik ten Hag to deliver on the pitch with the hand that he gets dealt by the powers that be.

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Portugal vs Slovenia team news, preview, ticket info and TV channel

Ahad Shaukat — Sun, 30 Jun 2024 20:05:20 +0000

Portugal will come into this match fresh from their shocking defeat against Georgia in the group stage.

Cristiano Ronaldo, Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva and co. will be hoping to return to winning ways against a determined Slovenia side, who played a 0-0 draw against England in their final group match.

Portugal have looked one of the strongest teams in the competition and they would be hoping to repeat the success of 2016, when they went all the way and won the tournament by defeating France in the final.

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For the match on Monday, Roberto Martinez will be starting a number of players who were rested, including Vitinha, Joao Cancelo, and Bernardo Silva.

Martinez’s attack is anticipated to remain centered around Cristiano Ronaldo, with Rafael Leao’s return providing further support.

Along with the seasoned Pepe, Bruno Fernandes and Ruben Dias will return to the starting lineup.

Benjamin Sesko, a promising striker, and Andraz Sporar, a former Primeira Liga star, will be Slovenia’s primary forwards once again.

Despite having 12 shots in total between them, the duo have been unable to score in any of the three games that they have started.

Portugal squad

Goalkeepers: Diogo Costa (Porto), Jose Sa (Wolves), Rui Patricio (AS Roma)

Defenders: Antonio Silva (Benfica), Danilo Pereira (Paris St Germain), Diogo Dalot (Manchester United), Goncalo Inacio (Sporting), Joao Cancelo (Barcelona), Nelson Semedo (Wolves), Nuno Mendes (PSG), Pepe (Porto), Ruben Dias (Manchester City)

Midfielders: Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United), Joao Neves (Benfica), Joao Palhinha (Fulham), Otavio Monteiro (Al Nassr), Ruben Neves (Al-Hilal), Vitinha (PSG)

Forwards: Bernardo Silva (Manchester City), Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nassr), Diogo Jota (Liverpool), Francisco Conceicao (Porto), Goncalo Ramos (PSG), Joao Felix (Barcelona), Pedro Neto (Wolves), Rafael Leao (AC Milan)

Slovenia squad

Goalkeepers: Jan Oblak (Atletico Madrid), Vid Belec (APOEL), Igor Vekic (Vejle).

Defenders: Petar Stojanovic (Sampdoria), Jaka Bijol (Udinese), Miha Blazic (Lech Poznan), Jure Balkovec (Alanyaspor), Zan Karnicnik (Celje), David Brekalo (Orlando City), Erik Janza (Gornik Zabrze), Vanja Drkusic (Sochi)

Midfielders: Timi Max Elsnik (Olimpija Ljubljana), Jasmin Kurtic (Sudtirol), Benjamin Verbic (Panathinaikos), Sandi Lovric (Udinese), Adam Gnezda Cerin (Panathinaikos), Jon Gorenc Stankovic (Sturm Graz), Tomi Horvat (Sturm Graz), Adrian Zeljkovic (Spartak Trnava), Nino Zugelj (Bodo/Glimt), Josip Ilicic (Maribor)

Forwards: Andraz Sporar (Panathinaikos), Benjamin Sesko (RB Leipzig), Zan Celar (Lugano), Jan Mlakar (Pisa), Zan Vipotnik (Bordeaux)

Predicted starting XIs

Portugal XI: Costa; Cancelo, Pepe, Dias, Mendes; Vitinha, Palhinha, Fernandes; B. Silva, Ronaldo, Leao.

Slovenia XI: Oblak; Karnicnik, Drkusic, Bijol, Balkovec; Stojanovic, Elsnik, Gnezda Cerin, Mlakar; Sporar, Sesko.

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Transfer news: Chelsea exit close, Man United star’s new deal, major swap still on & more

Fabrizio Romano — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 15:25:00 +0000

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Why Ian Maatsen is close to leaving Chelsea for higher than his £35m release clause

Ian Maatsen to Aston Villa is almost a ‘here we go’ – I say almost because Villa and Maatsen are in a direct discussion, there is a negotiation ongoing between the club and the player on personal terms. Villa have offered a six-year contract to Maatsen and are working to reach an agreement and to convince the player on financial terms, on the project, and on Unai Emery’s ideas for him.

An agreement between Villa and Chelsea, meanwhile, is already done. The fee is going to be £37.5m, and some of you have been asking me why it’s more than Maatsen’s £35m release clause. First of all, that clause has now expired, so it’s no longer valid. Paying slightly more also means Villa can pay it over several years, so the terms are better for them. It’s also important to say that Borussia Dortmund really tried to advance on signing Maatsen permanently, but they never offered £35m.

So, the deal is agreed between Chelsea Villa for £37.5m, Maatsen is now negotiating personal terms with Villa, and the hope for all parties is to get a deal done this week. A ‘here we go’ could come soon.

The expectation is also for a player to leave Villa and join Chelsea. My understanding is that it could be an academy player, so don’t expect big names. The original idea was for Jhon Duran to be part of the negotiations, but Chelsea have still not decided what they want to do with the striker position as they also consider Samu Omorodion from Atletico Madrid.

So, talks are ongoing between Villa and Chelsea over including an academy player in this deal, and this is expected to happen in a separate deal, while Maatsen will make the move to Villa Park.

Villa are also advancing in their swap deal for Douglas Luiz to join Juventus. Thiago Motta wants Luiz at Juve, while the player himself has also been very clear that he wants to join. This deal is still on, it never collapsed even if there were some tense moments because Weston McKennie is no longer part of the deal as of now. There has been no agreement between McKennie and Juventus on the exit conditions, and so Villa are tired of waiting for an ending to this story. Samuel Iling-Junior is still involved, and also now young Argentine midfielder Enzo Barrenechea.

Matias Soule was linked at one point, but he will not be part of the negotiations because Juventus value him at around €40m, so this would completely change the structure of the deal. So the negotiation remains for Luiz to Juventus, and for Iling-Junior and Barrenechea to Villa.

Michael Olise to Chelsea latest, plus rumoured Conor Gallagher bid

The Michael Olise transfer story is undoubtedly one of the biggest of the summer and I’ve again had some of you asking me for updates. What I can reveal is that, in the last two days, Crystal Palace have offered Olise a new contract. Olise was also close to joining Chelsea last summer before Palace offered him a new deal, and now this summer they are trying exactly the same strategy.

Now it’s up to the player, and Palace have given permission to Chelsea, Newcastle United and Bayern Munich to talk to the player. At the moment, Chelsea are really pushing and are prepared to pay what Palace want for Olise, and they are also pushing on the player side. Chelsea believe that to agree personal terms with the player will mean getting the deal done.

Despite Palace offering Olise a new deal, Chelsea are really pushing and insisting and doing their best to land the French winger. Bayern and Newcastle are also there, while Palace manager Oliver Glasner would love to keep him at the club, who have offered a new contract with an improved salary. Let’s see what the player will decide now, but it’s an intriguing story and one of the big sagas of the beginning of the summer.

One final point on Chelsea – despite reports of a bid from Atletico Madrid for Conor Gallagher, I’m not aware of any offer being made. Nothing concrete is happening now, firstly because Gallagher won’t entertain any negotiation during the Euros and also because Chelsea want a £50m fee for the player, something almost impossible for Atletico Madrid now. So at this point, there’s nothing concrete apart from appreciation for the player.

Edson Alvarez to Man United? Plus latest on the future of Bruno Fernandes and Mason Greenwood

As I’ve reported in recent days, Manchester United are looking at several positions, including a striker, with Joshua Zirkzee one of the names they’re considering, and they’ve asked for information about him. But they’re also looking at midfielders – it’s not something imminent, it’s not happening now, but they’re considering opportunities and internally they are discussing several options.

In case Casemiro leaves the club, and if Financial Fair Play allows it, they are assessing options in midfield, and one of the names being mentioned is Edson Alvarez of West Ham. It would be a difficult deal, and very expensive, because West Ham consider him a crucial player, but of course Alvarez is a player that Erik ten Hag knows very well from their time together at Ajax.

Alvarez was a key player at Ajax and he did well at West Ham last season, and he’s considered a really, really good player by all people at Manchester United. It’s not easy, it will take time, but Alvarez is one of the options being discussed internally at Man United in case they decide to make a move for a new midfielder.

In terms of centre-backs, an update I can give you on United’s plans in that position is that Jean-Clair Todibo, who has been on their list since one year ago, cannot join United because of rules regarding two clubs with the same owners playing in the same European competition. There was optimism around this deal, with Todibo keen to join United, but it can’t happen. Nice and United will both be in the Europa League next season and so they can’t proceed on this one. Let’s see if they can find a solution with Fifa, but at the moment the rules are very clear and strict.

So, at the moment the deal for Todibo to join Man United is off, but it was a really concrete possibility. Todibo also has interest from other clubs such as Borussia Dortmund, Bayer Leverkusen, while Aston Villa, Juventus and Atletico Madrid have scouted the player several times. Todibo has multiple options for his future, but United can’t happen because of Fifa rules.

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Staying with Manchester United, as I reported yesterday there remains the possibility of Bruno Fernandes signing a new contract if he decides to stay at the club. The situation remains absolutely open in terms of contract talks. Man United are very happy with Fernandes as they told his agent a few weeks ago in an initial meeting to discuss the situation.

Fernandes remains focused and committed to Manchester United – it’s true that his agent had some meetings with top clubs around Europe a few weeks ago to look at potential opportunities, but at the same time, Fernandes remains absolutely committed to United and a new deal could be an option in the next months, but it’s not something guaranteed, or already being completed now. It’s still on stand-by.

Still, this will be one to watch in the next weeks to understand the future of Fernandes at Manchester United, either with contract talks, or if a club will arrive with a proposal.

There are many links every day for Mason Greenwood, the latest being with Lazio, but what I’m hearing is that no club has agreed on a fee with Man United. It’s still a difficult negotiation, with Man United asking for big money and there are many clubs involved trying to agree on a deal, so it’s an open situation so far.

Liverpool linked with Waldemar Anton but Bundesliga move could be more likely

Arne Slot had his first official day at Liverpool yesterday as he spoke to club media at the training ground, but what’s going on with the Reds’ plans for the transfer market this summer?

So far it’s quiet, but there are always stories in the media and one name linked is Stuttgart captain Waldemar Anton. Still, my understanding is more that Bayer Leverkusen and Borussia Dortmund both like him, and so German clubs are pushing for Anton. Xabi Alonso is a big fan and would really like to bring him in as a new signing for Leverkusen this summer.

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Exclusive: Fabrizio Romano admits Bruno Fernandes’ situation at Man United is “one to watch”

Darren Looney — Wed, 19 Jun 2024 15:50:04 +0000

Bruno Fernandes’ contract situation at Man United could be sorted in the coming months despite the player’s agent speaking to top European clubs a few weeks ago.

The Portugal international was linked with some of Europe’s biggest teams in the build-up to the summer transfer window after he spoke about his future at the end of the season.

The midfielder seems to want to stay at Man United and is seeking a good contract to remain at Old Trafford as his next deal will very likely be the last big one of his career given that the player turns 30 in September.

Fabrizio Romano has said that Fernandes remains committed to Man United, despite his agent talking to clubs a few weeks ago. The transfer expert believes a new deal for the Red Devils captain is a possibility, but the situation is still an open one.

The midfielder will not have this on his mind at present as he is fully focused on trying to help Portugal win Euro 2024 in Germany this summer.

After the tournament concludes, the 29-year-old’s future will become clearer and he will be hoping for a new deal at Old Trafford as the Portuguese star is believed to be happy in Manchester.

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Bruno Fernandes’ situation at Man United “one to watch”

Speaking about Fernandes’ situation at Man United, Fabrizio Romano has said in a video for CaughtOffside’s The Daily Briefing that the midfielder remains committed to the Premier League club and that his future will become clearer over the coming weeks.

“Still, this will be one to watch in the next weeks to understand the future of Fernandes at Manchester United, either with contract talks or if a club will arrive with a proposal.”

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Man United open to contract talks with £68m midfielder ahead of 2024/25 season

Darren Looney — Sat, 08 Jun 2024 10:23:47 +0000

Man United are open to discussing a new contract with their captain Bruno Fernandes despite doubts over the midfielder’s future at Old Trafford.

The Portuguese star has been at the Premier League giants since making the £68m move from Sporting CP back in 2020.

The 29-year-old has been a key player for the Manchester club over the last four years, but heading into the summer transfer window, there are doubts over his future.

With a contract expiring in 2026, reports have suggested that Bayern Munich are keen on Fernandes and could make a move for him ahead of the 2024/25 campaign. A transfer to the German giants may interest the Man United star as next season the Premier League outfit will not compete in the Champions League and will unlikely be in contention for the league title.

However, according to Football Insider, Fernandes’ main priority is to remain at Man United and would like the Manchester club to match his ambition.

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Man United open to offering Bruno Fernandes a new contract

Fernandes is said to be aware that the next contract he signs will very likely be the last big deal he will receive from a European club and the 29-year-old knows the importance of the decision.

According to Football Insider, Man United are open to discussing a new contract with their captain, but the Portuguese star will likely have to take a pay cut given his age and the financial situation the Red Devils currently find themselves in.

This is a tricky situation both parties find themselves in as Man United are unlikely to be able to match the player’s ambition, while the Premier League outfit will not want to offer a big deal to a player who turns 30 in September.

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Man United dressing room view 25-year-old as captain material should Bruno Fernandes leave

Darren Looney — Fri, 07 Jun 2024 15:57:47 +0000

There has been a lot of speculation around the future of Man United captain Bruno Fernandes heading into the summer transfer window as several big clubs are keeping an eye on his situation at Old Trafford.

The Portuguese star is believed to be happy at the Manchester club, but with a contract expiring in 2026, the 29-year-old is likely to want a new deal soon.

With just two years remaining on his Man United contract, several big European clubs have become interested in the midfielder.

According to O Jogo via The Mirror, Fernandes’ agent, Miguel Pinho, has already opened talks with Bayern Munich over a potential move this summer. Barcelona are also monitoring his situation and could make a move of their own, but this is unlikely given the Catalan club’s financial situation.

According to the Daily Telegraph, Man United are prepared to listen to offers for the majority of their first-team squad this summer and a big offer could tempt the Premier League giants into parting ways with their captain as he could help fund new additions to their squad ahead of the 2024/25 campaign.

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