Fabrizio Romano: Man Utd still trying to secure the signature of ‘greatly disappointed’ star
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes could be heading out the door by June, but the management has yet to give up on extending his contract.
The 32-year-old has been the club’s most influential player since making the move from Sporting CP in January 2020. He arguably reached the peak of his powers last term, breaking the Premier League’s assist record per season and winning the league’s Best Player award.
Fernandes has been struggling with some physical problems this season, which may have taken their toll on his performances, but he remains a vital player for the team.
Man Utd won’t easily give up on Bruno Fernandes contract extension
With his contract expiring at the end of the season, Bruno’s future is anything but certain. In recent years, he was constantly tracked by Saudi Pro League clubs and other suitors, but always chose to renew his allegiance to Man Utd.
But in the latest video posted on his official YouTube channel, Fabrizio Romano revealed that the Portuguese international has been ‘greatly disappointed’ with United’s ongoing campaign.
The Red Devils have been abysmal since the start of the season, only registering a single win in 10 Premier League fixtures, so they now find themselves in the relegation zone.
Romano thus confirms what was reported by The Athletic regarding Fernandes turning down a renewal offer from MUFC.
Nevertheless, the Italian journalist insists that this won’t necessarily be the end of the road, as the two parties remain in discussions. Therefore, a solution could be found between now and the end of the season.
Could Pochettino’s arrival spark a Bruno U-turn?
In recent weeks, Fernandes caused a stir by questioning Michael Carrick’s tactics in public following the 1-4 defeat in Como. A few days later, he was an unused substitute in the 0-3 loss to Bournemouth.
So needless to say, Bruno’s rapport with the now-former MUFC head was far from ideal.
Therefore, Mauricio Pochettino’s imminent arrival could spell a new beginning for the playmaker, and the entire club as well.
In other words, if the club can start a positive run under the Argentine tactician, with the skipper hitting his best form again, then INEOS will find more suitable conditions to close the deal with the player and his entoruage.
