Bruno Fernandes dropped a major transfer bombshell after Ruben Amorim's Manchester United stumbled to a 4-4 draw against Bournemouth on Monday evening
07:25, 17 Dec 2025
Portugal star Bruno Fernandes dropped a bombshell for Manchester United
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Portugal star Bruno Fernandes dropped a bombshell for Manchester United(Image: Getty Images)
Manchester United were held to a thrilling draw by Bournemouth on Monday night as Ruben Amorim's team failed to maintain a lead on three separate occasions and were pegged back to finish 4-4.
Old Trafford played host to a captivating Premier League encounter as United welcomed the Cherries. A total of eight goals were netted, with both sides sharing the spoils, though the disappointing draw laden with controversy in the stands was sufficient for Amorim's men to move into the top six.
The standout strike from United came courtesy of a superbly executed free-kick by skipper Bruno Fernandes. However, the Portuguese playmaker has since launched a scathing attack on his club following the match, claiming United attempted to push him towards a summer exit to Saudi Arabia. Here's all the latest news from the Red Devils.
Bruno Fernandes
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Bruno Fernandes has been linked with switches to Saudi Arabia(Image: Getty Images)
Bruno Fernandes transfer shock
Following the Bournemouth stalemate, captain Fernandes spoke candidly about the transfer rumours that swirled around him during the summer window.
He alleged the club tried to force him out when a lucrative Saudi Arabian proposal arrived, despite both manager Amorim and himself being keen to remain, reports the Mirror.
"I can't complain. I'm very well paid, but obviously the difference is huge. That was never what guided me. If one day I have to play in Saudi Arabia, I'll play in Saudi Arabia," Fernandes revealed to Canal 11.
Bruno Fernandes of Manchester United
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Bruno Fernandes claimed Manchester United wanted him to leave in the summer(Image: Carl Recine/Getty Images)
"I could have left like many people do and said: 'I want to leave, I don't want to train, I just want to leave so they pay me more on the other side.' But I never did that. I never felt in a position to do that. Because I felt that the empathy and affection I had for the club were the same.
"But there comes a point where, for them, money is more important than anything. The club wanted me to go. I have that in my head. I told the directors this, but I think they didn't have the courage to make that decision.
"I decided to stay, also because of family reasons, but because I genuinely like the club. The conversation with the manager also made me stay. But, from the club's side, I felt a bit like, 'If you leave, it's not so bad for us.' It hurts me a lot.
"More than hurting, it makes me sad because I'm a player they have nothing to criticise about. I'm always available. I always play, whether it's good or bad. I give my all. Then you see things around you, players who don't value the club as much and don't defend the club as much. That makes you sad."
Bournemouth midfield pair in Amorim's sights
Tyler Adams in Bournemouth training
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Tyler Adams in Bournemouth training(Image: AFC Bournemouth via Getty Images)
Two central players who lined up against United on Monday are reportedly on Amorim's radar. Tyler Adams anchored the Cherries' engine room and according to The Daily Mail, he's caught United's attention.
Adams' injury in the recent draw could potentially throw a spanner in the works for a possible January transfer. However, rumours indicate that United are keeping tabs on the American, who carries a price tag of approximately £40million.
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The 26-year-old is reportedly not the only Bournemouth midfielder catching United's eye. According to The Sun, young English sensation Alex Scott is also on their watchlist.
Scott, 22, who was a substitute in Monday's match, is currently valued at around £25-30m. It remains uncertain whether United will swoop for both players or just one, but it seems these Bournemouth stars are firmly on the Red Devils' radar.