Manchester United receives £100 million offer from Al-Ittihad for Bruno Fernandes
Manchester United could be on the verge of losing captain Bruno Fernandes after Saudi Arabian champions Al-Ittihad submitted a staggering £100 million (R$733 million) bid for the midfielder.
Mega Proposal Leaves Decision to Bruno
According to British outlet Football Insider, United is open to the offer and will allow Fernandes to decide his future. The 29-year-old Portuguese star is reportedly considering the proposal positively, with sources suggesting he is intrigued by the prospect of a new challenge outside Europe’s elite leagues.
The Saudi transfer window closes on September 1, putting pressure on all parties to finalize negotiations in the coming days.
Record-Breaking Move in Sight
If completed, the deal would mark the biggest sale in Manchester United’s history, surpassing Cristiano Ronaldo’s 2010 transfer to Real Madrid. At that time, the Spanish giants paid €94 million for the legendary No. 7, who went on to become their all-time leading scorer.
Bruno’s transfer would also reinforce the Saudi Pro League’s strategy of signing global stars in their prime, following recent arrivals such as Neymar, Benzema, and Mané.
United Preparing Contingency Plans
Manchester United is reportedly ready to enter the market for a replacement if their captain departs. The club is already evaluating potential targets as part of its late-window plans.
Bruno Fernandes’ Impact at Old Trafford
Since arriving from Sporting CP in 2020, Fernandes has become United’s main creative force and leader. Over five seasons, he has registered 98 goals and 86 assists across 292 appearances, cementing his status as one of the Premier League’s top midfielders.
