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Bruno Fernandes transfer interest and contract status

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Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes remains a central figure in transfer speculation, though he has expressed a desire to remain in England. While a £57 million release clause—reportedly applicable only to clubs outside the Premier League—has expired, negotiations for a long-term contract extension have stalled after Fernandes rejected a renewal proposal featuring a €500,000 annual increase. Galatasaray has emerged as a primary suitor, with the Turkish club reportedly preparing a package valued at up to €50 million, including a potential four-year contract with a net annual salary of €21 million. Other major European clubs, including Juventus and AC Milan, continue to monitor the situation. Despite this interest, Manchester United has maintained a firm stance that the midfielder is not for sale “at any price,” viewing him as a fundamental component of the squad under manager Michael Carrick. In a significant development, Fernandes reportedly rejected a massive £133 million offer from Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal, which would have equated to approximately £640,000 per week. Following this decision and a strong run of form, including a hat-trick against Ipswich Town, Manchester United has reportedly opened preliminary talks regarding a new contract. The proposed deal could increase his weekly wages from £300,000 to approximately £350,000, potentially making him the highest-paid player at the club. As Fernandes has now entered the final year of his current deal, Manchester United is expected to ‘accelerate’ negotiations to secure his long-term future and avoid the risk of him leaving as a free agent. The club aims to reach an agreement before the end of the year. Following a standout 2025/26 campaign in which he set a Premier League record with 21 assists, Fernandes has emerged as a leading candidate for the 2026 Ballon d'Or.

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