Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes has been linked with a move away from the club in recent weeks.
Bruno Fernandes was a target for Saudi Arabian clubs recently but the player turned down a lucrative offer and chose to continue at Old Trafford. A report from Football Insider has claimed that Manchester United are now contemplating offering him a new contract.
Bruno Fernandes and his Importance to Manchester United
Fernandes has been a key player at Manchester United since joining the club from Sporting CP. There is no doubt that he is one of the best midfielders in the league, and the decision to offer him and new contract is hardly a surprise.
The Portuguese international has been a consistent performer for Manchester United since joining the club. Manchester United will have to hold onto players of his quality to push for major trophies in the coming seasons. The Red Devils have had a disappointing campaign by their standards so far. But Bruno Fernandes is one of the few consistent players.
The 29-year-old is at the peak of his career right now, and Manchester United cannot afford to lose him any time soon. Keeping him at the club for the long-term should be their top priority, and the player is likely to be keen on an extension as well.
New Contract on the Cards
He will want to win major trophies with Manchester United going forward, and it remains to be seen whether the two parties can secure an agreement soon. However, the new contract is unlikely to come with a payrise. The Red Devils are looking to get their wage bill in check. So, the 29-year-old will be denied a bumper contract.
Apart from his qualities as a footballer on the pitch, Fernandes is now one of the leaders of the Manchester United dressing room. He is an integral part of Erik ten Hag’s squad on and off the pitch. The Red Devils must preserve the long-term future of players like him to put together a winning squad.
The fans will be delighted that Manchester United are working to secure the long-term future of their best players. They will be hoping that the midfielder can put pen to paper on a new deal soon.
