Bruno Fernandes Set to Stay at Man Utd on Record Deal
Bruno Fernandes is edging closer to committing his future to Manchester United, with a new deal set to make him the club's highest-paid player at around £400,000 a week.
Fernandes Nearing a Decision to Stay
Bruno Fernandes is reportedly edging closer to a decision to remain at Manchester United. While contract renewal talks haven't been finalized yet, the Portuguese star is expected to soon confirm his commitment to Old Trafford, at a point where he's entering the final year of his current deal.
Last summer, Fernandes considered a move to Saudi Arabia after a financially attractive offer, but chose to stay one more season at Old Trafford to assess whether the club's ambitions matched his own. He's said to have already given assurances before departing for the 2026 World Cup that he wanted to stay.
Record Salary Details
According to the Daily Mirror, the club has also convinced the Portuguese captain to remain the squad's highest-paid player. Last season he shared that distinction with Casemiro (who has since left for Inter Miami) on a staggering £375,000 a week, around €435,000. Under the new deal, that figure is expected to rise to around £400,000 a week, roughly €465,000.
Fernandes, 31, has entered the final year of his current contract, which includes a 12-month extension option. Head coach Michael Carrick has reportedly stressed the importance of securing his captain's future as a key piece in the club's Premier League title push.
The Carrick Factor Was Decisive
Carrick's arrival, replacing Ruben Amorim, is cited as a decisive factor for Fernandes. Under his leadership, Manchester United secured a return to the UEFA Champions League and have continued strengthening the squad with the aim of competing for trophies next season.
A Contradiction with Earlier StatsLook Reporting
This development directly contradicts information StatsLook previously reported. According to the Kafa Sports Insider segment, Bruno Fernandes was said to be open to a move to Galatasaray, with the Turkish club reportedly pivoting to Rafael Leao after Manchester United refused to budge on their valuation. This new report suggests the situation has actually been moving toward the player staying at the club — indicating the earlier "open to Galatasaray" narrative may no longer reflect the current state of play.
Conclusion
Fernandes is currently on holiday following Portugal's run at the 2026 World Cup and is expected to report for pre-season training next week. The contract extension is expected to be finalized around that time. His continued presence is viewed as a major boost for Manchester United, given his influence on the team since joining from Sporting in 2020.
This article is based on reporting published by A Bola.
