Bruno Fernandes has agreed to commit his future to Manchester United with the Portuguese sensation set to confirm his stay at Old Trafford before the end of this month.
The 31-year-old midfield marvel is currently enjoying his summer break, following his involvement in the World Cup in North America, where Portugal where dumped out by eventual winners Spain. However, the United captain is set to return to pre-season training next week.
Discussions between his agents and United chiefs regarding a new and improved contract have been ongoing. While no agreement has been finalised, it's understood Fernandes has chosen to dedicate himself to United after a record breaking season at Old Trafford, when he registered 21 assists in the Premier League, eclipsing the standard of 20 achieved by Thierry Henry in 2002/03 and Kevin De Bruyne in 2019/20.
Bruno Fernandes is staying at Manchester United
Bruno Fernandes is staying at Manchester United
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His future had been uncertain for the past 12 months. Last summer, Fernandes contemplated leaving United to capitalise on a lucrative deal in the Saudi Pro League.
He opted to spend one more season at Old Trafford instead, to see if the club could meet his aspirations. The appointment of Michael Carrick as manager made a significant impact on Fernandes.
United secured a return to the Champions League, and continue to make signings in an effort to give Carrick the best possible chance of securing silverware next season.
Bruno Fernandes.
Bruno Fernandes is set to return to Manchester United next week(Image: Pablo Morano/BSR Agency/Getty Images)
Fernandes has entered the last season of his current contract, but has the option of a 12-month extension. Carrick has been eager to secure his star player's future, as he plans a challenge for the Premier League title next season.
And with Fernandes aware that this could be the final major deal of his career at the top level, last season's player of the year is expected to become the club's highest paid star on a deal worth around £400,000-a-week.
Retaining Fernandes will be a massive lift for United, given his significant impact since his arrival from Sporting Lisbon in a £47m transfer back in 2020.