Latest Manchester United transfer news and gossip as Bruno Fernandes' ambitions struggle to be provided by United amid Real Madrid interest
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Bruno Fernandes has revealed his plans to be ambitious with Man United
Manchester United star Bruno Fernandes is reportedly on Real Madrid's transfer shortlist with a possible £90million deal being considered by the European champions.
The Daily Star have reported that Real have heavily scouted Fernandes this season with Los Blancos having scouts at almost all of United's matches this season. Fernandes has impressed this campaign with 16 goals and 16 assists, single-handedly keeping United's season alive at times.
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After extending his stay at Old Trafford in 2024, Fernandes has more than two years left on his contract with United having the option for an additional 12 months. The extension came after interest from Saudi Arabia was reported, but it also followed with assurances from the playmaker.
United are on course to record their worst-ever Premier League season under Ruben Amorim with the Europa League their only hope of European qualification. In August, Fernandes was clear with his hope of being ambitious with the club.
"The club knew that I want to compete with the best teams," said Fernandes. "They knew that we needed to improve the team. And I think that we’re doing that.
"I said to them ‘I don’t need you to promise me that we’re going to win the league’, because no one can promise that. But at least that we will have a team to compete and be competitive throughout the season, to try to achieve silverware and to compete at the highest levels.
"I think the club is doing that. It's trying to bring people in to get more players with quality in the team; to get more competitive, [so everyone is] fighting for your place."
Madrid are currently competing for the La Liga title, Cope del Rey and Champions League with Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior spearheading Carlo Ancelotti's team. In Spain, Madrid would be the perfect destination for Fernandes to be successful.
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