Bruno Fernandes delivered a historic season in England

The season produced by Bruno Fernandes will go down as one of the greatest ever by a midfielder in Premier League history.

The Portuguese star broke the league’s all-time single-season assist record with 21 assists, surpassing legendary numbers previously set by players such as Thierry Henry and Kevin De Bruyne.

On top of that, the Manchester United midfielder was named Premier League Player of the Season after becoming the team’s undeniable leader during a year filled with pressure and rebuilding.

Manchester United has already started renewal talks

After securing qualification for next season’s Champions League, the Old Trafford hierarchy has already begun planning for the future with one absolute priority: extending Bruno Fernandes’ contract.

According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, Manchester United has already opened negotiations with the Portuguese international to extend a deal currently set to expire in June 2027.

Inside the club, there is full awareness that the midfielder has become irreplaceable both on and off the pitch, and the Red Devils want to eliminate any possibility of losing him in future transfer windows.

Saudi Arabia and Europe remain on alert

Bruno Fernandes’ name has constantly appeared in transfer rumors over the past few years.

Last summer, the Portuguese midfielder reportedly rejected a massive offer from Saudi Arabia in order to continue representing the club he considers the most important of his career.

However, the interest remains very real. Several elite European clubs, as well as Saudi teams, continue monitoring his situation closely, fully aware that he remains one of the most influential midfielders in world football.

At the moment, his release clause stands at €60 million and can only be activated by clubs outside the Premier League.

Michael Carrick helped bring back his best version

The arrival of Michael Carrick on the Manchester United bench proved crucial in helping Bruno rediscover his best form.

After seasons filled with instability, managerial changes, and no European football, the Portuguese playmaker once again became the centerpiece of a competitive project and responded with arguably the finest season of his entire career.

Now, while Manchester United works to secure his long-term future, the midfielder also has another major objective in mind: leading Portugal in the pursuit of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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