Bruno Fernandes sends emotional message as he makes final decision over Man United exit after ‘Shock’ Al Hilal transfer offer

Bruno Fernandes sends emotional message as he makes final decision over Man United exit after ‘Shock’ Al Hilal transfer offer

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has rejected a move to Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal, according to reports.

Fernandes, arguably United’s best and most important player in the post-Sir Alex Ferguson era, has been weighing up a sensational offer from Al Hilal.

The Saudi giants were ready to pay Fernandes around £200m over a three-year period after making him their No. 1 transfer target this summer.

Fernandes’ camp held positive talks with Al Hilal over the weekend, with Manchester United open to a deal despite his immense influence due to their difficult financial situation.

Al Hilal’s contract proposal to Fernandes was described as ‘crazy’ but they have still failed to lure him away from the Theatre of Dreams.

The 30-year-old’s decision will come as welcome news to Manchester United fans who were forced to sit through another dismal campaign.

The Red Devils finished just 15th in the Premier League and failed to qualify for European football after losing to Tottenham in the Europa League final.

Missing out on the Champions League is believed to have cost United around £100m and for that reason Old Trafford bosses were open to selling Fernandes.

The Portuguese playmaker has been one of the most influential players in the Premier League since his £47m move from Sporting Lisbon in 2020.

Speaking on The Overlap Fan Debate, he said: ‘They are talking about £100m for him, Man United cannot say no to that.

‘I know he has been brilliant and carried the team on his back, but where does he actually play, what is his position? Do you see him as a number 10? Do you see him as a holding midfielder?

‘He almost confuses the whole system. I mean, he has been brilliant, don’t get me wrong. But when you’re getting £100m for him, you snap your hands and take it.’