Manchester United slammed the door shut on Turkish champions Galatasaray, making it crystal clear: Bruno Fernandes is not for sale, not at any price. Despite interest from Galatasaray in the 31-year-old midfielder, United would reject any offer that comes in for their star man.
United’s Stance and Contract Details
Fernandes might be in the last year of his contract, but United holds an option to extend it for a further season. Their intention couldn’t be more obvious: they have no plan whatsoever of letting him walk. This definitive stance comes after a whirlwind year. Remember summer 2025? Fernandes received a massive offer from Saudi Arabian Pro-League club Al-Hilal, an offer he ultimately spurned to stay at Old Trafford. What’s wild is he later revealed he was “hurt” because he thought the club “wanted me to leave.” Talk about a roller coaster! Adding to the plot, it was widely believed he had a clause allowing foreign clubs to sign him for a fixed fee this summer, but that clause officially expired last month.
A Record-Setting Season and Unquestionable Value
You can’t argue with results, and Fernandes absolutely delivered. After feeling undervalued, he responded in the most emphatic way possible. Last season, he not only won the Footballer of the Year award, but he also shattered a record by racking up 21 Premier League assists in the campaign. That’s just insane! On top of that, he clinched the prestigious Sir Matt Busby award for a fifth time, cementing his status as United’s player of the year yet again. His impact was undeniable, helping a team that limped to 15th place in 2025 to finish in the top three. When you put up those kinds of numbers, it’s no wonder United isn’t even bothering to pick up the phone.
So what’s next for the Portugal international? He’s in the last year of his deal, but United holds that option to extend for another season. After rejecting a massive Saudi offer and putting up record-breaking numbers, it’s pretty obvious United sees him as indispensable. Don’t expect to see him leave Old Trafford anytime soon, no matter who comes knocking.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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