Bruno Fernandes Rejects Huge Saudi Offer to Stay at Manchester United

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has confirmed he turned down a huge offer from Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia. This decision came after talks with new manager Ruben Amorim, who convinced him to stay at Old Trafford.

WHAT HAPPENED?

The Portuguese midfielder said he received a direct call from Al-Hilal’s president with an attractive offer to join the Saudi club. However, Fernandes ultimately rejected the opportunity after consulting Amorim. “The president called me. I’ve rejected,” Fernandes confirmed when speaking about the speculation. He added that his conversation with Amorim was crucial in making his decision, as the manager specifically asked him not to leave Manchester United.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

This decision comes after a difficult season for Manchester United, who have struggled to maintain consistency in the Premier League. Despite the turmoil, Fernandes has remained one of United’s most important players, although his output has somewhat declined compared to previous campaigns. Fernandez reportedly turned down extraordinary financial benefits in the Middle East, with some sources suggesting that he was offered around £700,000 a week tax-free.

Fernandes confirmed that Man Utd never tried to pawn him off to the Saudi Pro League, telling reporters: “The club didn’t want to sell me. And they don’t need the money. But if I had wanted to leave, they would have made it happen.” That his commitment remains with the Red Devils, highlighting his importance to United’s rebuild under Amorim.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR FERNANDES?

By remaining at Old Trafford, Fernandes has demonstrated his loyalty to Manchester United’s project despite the club’s recent struggles. The Red Devils are currently 8th in the Premier League with 51 points, 15 points behind fourth-placed Tottenham and 27 points off the pace set by league leaders Manchester City with just four matches to go this season.

Fernandes will now focus on United’s remaining fixture list, starting with a crucial home match against Leicester City this weekend. With a Europa Conference League qualification still mathematically possible, Fernandes and his teammates will be looking to finish the season strongly before beginning a fresh campaign under Amorim. The Portuguese manager clearly views Fernandes as central to his efforts to rebuild Manchester United.