Manchester United, the "Red Devils," must be deeply concerned after news emerged that one of their key players is considering a transfer this summer.
talkSPORT, a prominent English media outlet, reported that Bruno Fernandes, the midfielder and captain of the "Red Devils" Manchester United, is seriously considering leaving Old Trafford this summer.
It is understood that Manchester United nearly lost the Portuguese international last summer when Al Hilal was ready to offer £100 million to sign him, along with wages of around £700,000 per week.
However, the playmaker chose to remain in the Premier League rather than move to the Middle East after discussions with then-manager Rúben Amorim and his family. Despite this, interest from Saudi Arabia remains, and reports now indicate he is reconsidering a transfer.
Bruno, who recently broke David Beckham's record for most assists in a single season, is in excellent form this season, with 8 goals and 16 assists in the Premier League. The 31-year-old also became the fastest player to reach 100 combined goals and assists for the club, surpassing Lionel Messi's record at Barcelona. He is approaching the final year of his contract at Old Trafford this summer.
Reports say Al Hilal is ready to make a historic offer, but if Bruno does not want to move to the Middle East, he has a £57 million release clause that any European club outside the Premier League can trigger.
It is believed Fernandes is seriously considering his options, even though the club is close to returning to the Champions League next season, currently sitting third in the Premier League table.
Manchester United do not want to lose their captain, despite having considered selling him last year. It is believed they may offer him a new contract along with a wage increase to retain him after this summer.
However, renewing his contract may be difficult due to his age and the policy INEOS is trying to implement. If that means Bruno must leave, INEOS must ensure they find a suitable replacement for Michael Carrick or the new manager.