Bruno Fernandes has cooled talk of a 2026 summer transfer, insisting his full focus is on Manchester United until after the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Speaking at Carrington on October 24, 2025, the captain said no discussions about his future will happen before the tournament. His remarks echo earlier reports from Softfootball, which revealed the Portuguese star’s determination to remain loyal to the club despite heavy speculation.
Fernandes stated firmly in an interview posted by Fabrizio Romano on his official X account:
My focus is Manchester United. My agent knows my way of working. If he wants to talk to me, it will be after the World Cup. Until then, I won’t speak to anyone.
The 31-year-old also dismissed rumours of a pre-arranged deal with a Saudi club, clarifying:
If the club has done that agreement, it wasn’t made with me. I haven’t spoken with anyone.
The midfielder’s comments come as United prepare for another crucial league fixture, part of their push for a fourth straight win under Rúben Amorim, as earlier highlighted by Softfootball.
Last summer, Al Hilal reportedly offered between £80m and £100m to sign Fernandes, with a four-year deal worth €25m per year — triple his current wage. However, the United skipper turned down the move after speaking with Amorim, Omar Berrada, and Jason Wilcox. He even sought advice from Cristiano Ronaldo, who told him to value legacy over money. Fernandes added:
My family feels very well here. My kids love school. We feel at home.
With United’s “Project 150” targeting major silverware, the midfielder remains driven to win both the Premier League and Champions League, as reported by Softfootball.
