Man Utd weigh £100m Bruno Fernandes sale amid financial strain and squad rebuild

Manchester United is weighing a potential £100 million sale of captain Bruno Fernandes to Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal amid significant financial pressures.

The Portugal international, who signed a contract extension in August securing his stay until 2027, is reportedly attracting a lucrative offer from Al Hilal, who are willing to nearly triple his current £250,000-a-week wages.

"Man Utd legend Paul Scholes reckons the Red Devils should take £100m if offered that much for Fernandes this summer."

Despite Fernandes being the club's standout player—scoring 19 goals and providing 18 assists last season—Manchester United faces a financial shortfall exceeding £80 million due to missing out on Champions League qualification.

This financial strain has forced the club into a difficult position: either reject all offers to keep their talisman or accept the windfall to fund a squad rebuild under head coach Ruben Amorim.

"At some point in the coming days, somebody at Old Trafford may have to make a huge decision: reject all offers for the 30-year-old, or cash in now and use the money to rebuild Ruben Amorim's inadequate squad."

While Amorim reportedly wants Fernandes to stay, the player has yet to formally communicate his intentions regarding a new challenge.

The decision carries significant implications for United's future ambitions, balancing immediate financial relief against the potential loss of their best player.

"One direction offers a tempting £100 million windfall, while the other sees a route toward a brighter future led by the team's talisman. However, neither is guaranteed to lead to United's desired destination: a return to glories."

Manchester United is considering a £100 million offer from Saudi club Al Hilal for captain Bruno Fernandes amid financial strain caused by missing the Champions League. Despite Fernandes signing a contract through 2027, the club faces a tough choice between a cash windfall and retaining their key player for squad rebuilding.