Bruno Fernandes turned down a move to the Saudi Pro League early in the summer and has outlined his wish to fulfil more "dreams" at Man United.
Fernandes rejected Al Hilal in May
Fernandes rejected Al Hilal in May
Manchester United still expect Bruno Fernandes to stay at the club amid more speculation surrounding a move to the Saudi Pro League.
Fernandes rejected an offer from Al Hilal in May and he has since indicated his intention to fulfil more "dreams" at United.
United sources are baffled by the sudden speculation that Fernandes could leave before the transfer deadline on September 1 and insist it is highly unlikely Fernandes will leave. Fernandes is under contract at United until 2027 and the club has the option of an additional year.
Fernandes, 30, joined United from Sporting Lisbon in January 2020 and has won the club's Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year award four times.
The Portugal international captained United to League Cup and FA Cup triumphs in 2023 and 2024 but United lost two Europa League finals with Fernandes in the starting XI in 2021 and 2025, as well as the 2023 FA Cup final.
Fernandes has dropped back into midfield for the start of the season and is set to continue there alongside Casemiro in their second Premier League fixture at Fulham on Sunday.
United want to strengthen their midfield before the deadline but were priced out of a move for Brighton and Hove Albion enforcer Carlos Baleba.
Toby Collyer was allowed to join West Bromwich Albion on a season-long loan while Manuel Ugarte, who was signed on deadline day last August, has failed to force his way back into the side having been dropped towards the end of last season.
Kobbie Mainoo has also lost his place in United head coach Ruben Amorim's starting XI and there has been no progress in discussions over a new contract.
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