Manchester United are preparing for life without Bruno Fernandes. The Portuguese has become a talismanic figure at the club.
It is fair to say that the 30-year-old has been by far the best signing of Manchester United’s post-Sir Alex Ferguson era.
At the start of the summer, Manchester United received a massive offer for Bruno Fernandes. Also, the United captain had a lucrative deal on the table.
The Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal was ready to sign him and make him the face of their project. However, Bruno Fernandes decided to stay at Old Trafford.
Since then, the rumours of his exit from the club have died down. Also, Fernandes looked settled in Ruben Amorim’s new system. And then, the 2025/26 Premier League season began.
Manchester United started their campaign with a loss to Arsenal at Old Trafford and a draw against Fulham at Craven Cottage.
To make matters worse, Bruno Fernandes missed a penalty against Fulham, which is something unexpected from the United captain.
However, something unusual happened before the start of the Fulham game. Rumours started circulating that Manchester United have received a massive bid for Bruno Fernandes again.
This time, the club that wants Fernandes is the Saudi league champions, Al-Ittihad. Transfer News Live already reported that Manchester United are leaving the decision up to Bruno Fernandes.
If Fernandes wants to leave, United will not stand in his way. But in case their captain leaves, Manchester United must look for an alternative.
Also, there are talks about a possible exit for Kobbie Mainoo. So, signing a midfielder might become necessary for the Red Devils in the last few days of the transfer window.
According to Fichajes, Manchester United are now eyeing a move for Angelo Stiller from Stuttgart. The German international is seen as a replacement for Bruno Fernandes.
However, the Red Devils might face competition from Real Madrid as the Spanish giants are linked with the 24-year-old.