Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes earns £9 million from image rights as contract talks linger

Portugal international Bruno Fernandes, captain of Manchester United, generated more than £9 million in image‑rights revenue during the 2024/25 season through his company BF8 Sports, where he is the sole director. The accounts show earnings of £9.5 million, a rise of £1.1 million on the prior year, after the firm cut tax and social‑security costs by 44%, saving over £200,000. This translates to roughly £176,000 per week, on top of the estimated £300,000 weekly wage paid by the club.

Fernandes' current contract, signed two years ago, has 12 months remaining with an optional extra season. Manchester United have told the player they do not wish to lose him but have no immediate plans to offer a new deal, leaving the future of his stay uncertain. Juventus have been reported as monitoring the situation, seeing the midfielder as a potential addition.

The financial figures and the club’s stance have sparked speculation about whether United will renegotiate before the contract expires, especially as the team aims to retain key talent for upcoming competitions.