Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes has been linked with a summer move away from the club, with Al-Hilal keen on signing him.
Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal are interested in Bruno Fernandes, and they are preparing a record bid of £100 million to sign him in the summer transfer window. However, a report from Graeme Bailey on TBR Football has claimed that Manchester United have informed their captain that they will not let him move on this summer.
The Portuguese international has been outstanding for Manchester United with 19 goals this past season, and he has picked up 20 assists as well. Losing a player of his quality would be a devastating blow for Manchester United, and it is no surprise that they are prepared to hold on to him.
It will be interesting to see if the Saudi Arabian club is ready to test their resolve with a lucrative proposal, regardless.
Fernandes has been an indispensable asset for Manchester United, and he has always been vocal about his admiration for the club. It is fair to assume that he is unlikely to force an exit if Manchester United decide not to sell him.
Manchester United must keep their captain
Manchester United have not been at their best in recent years, and they will look to bounce back next season. They will hope to get back into the Champions League and fight for trophies once again. They need quality players at their disposal, and keeping Fernandes at the club will be a huge boost for them.
Meanwhile, the Portuguese international is a top-class player, and he deserves to compete at the highest level. A move to Saudi Arabia at this stage of his career would be quite surprising. He should look to continue in Europe now. He will have plenty of opportunities to move to Saudi Arabia or the MLS in future.
It remains to be seen how the situation develops.
Manchester United have finished in the bottom half of the Premier League table this past season, and they must improve their squad in order to do well next year. It will be interesting to see if they can keep their best players and bring in the necessary additions.