Athletic: Fernandes still an option for Milan after second contract rejection – the situation

By: Ben Dixon

It seems Bruno Fernandes could still be an option for AC Milan, with the star rejecting two contract offers from Manchester United.

In the summer, Milan were rumoured to be interested in a move for Fernandes, who’d always seemed to be a fan of Ruben Amorim. So, with the continuous links to Portuguese players, the Manchester United captain being linked made even more sense.

However, no move was made, with him not being seen as a priority, but that may change.

According to The Athletic, via MilanPosts on X, the Portuguese star could still be an option for the Rossoneri in the upcoming mercato(s). Earlier this week, it was reported – again by The Athletic – that he’d rejected a second offer from the Red Devils, so his future is more than up in the air.

The €65 million release clause will not be able to be used, as it expired in the summer. So, the Diavolo may have to be clever with how they negotiate for a player on the wrong side of 30. With his deal up in the summer, though, things get more interesting, even if Manchester United have the option of a year’s extension.

Mauricio Pochettino – who will arrive after the international break – could change his position, and Fernandes is believed to be waiting for an impact to be made with the new coach. If they don’t click, though, Milan could be waiting on the other side.