Manchester United remain in ongoing contract negotiations with club captain Bruno Fernandes, though no agreement has yet been reached with the 31-year-old midfielder, according to Fabrizio Romano on his YouTube channel as reported by TEAMtalk.
This status of the claim is backed by multiple independent sources.
The TransferNews database records that Fernandes currently earns a £300,000-a-week base salary on a contract that runs until June 2027. United retain significant leverage as they hold a unilateral option to extend this deal by a further 12 months, tying him to Old Trafford until 2028. Our rumour tracker shows that while United are eager to secure their talisman, co-owners INEOS are cautious about committing to a lengthy, high-wage contract for an aging star. This has created a gap in valuation, especially after Fernandes rejected a €50 million (£42.8 million) offer from Galatasaray and interest from Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal over the summer.
Sticking Points in the Fernandes Contract Negotiations
The key obstacles in the discussions are the salary, contract length, and the future of a €65 million (£56.5 million) release clause currently in the player's contract. This clause, which can be triggered by clubs outside of England, represents a complication that United want to resolve or remove entirely. Fernandes' agent, Miguel Pinho, rejected United's initial proposal in August, but the club has since privately assured the midfielder that he will not be sold under any circumstances.
Under manager Michael Carrick, United are currently third in the Premier League table and targeting a return to Champions League football. Fernandes has been integral to this push, providing 18 Premier League assists so far in the 2025/26 season. A final decision on whether the clause will be removed or adjusted is expected before the January transfer window opens.
