Overview

• Speaking on Portugal duty, Fernandes said he stayed because he wanted to remain at Manchester United, rejecting claims the 2026 World Cup influenced his decision.
• He described a Saudi Pro League move as “an impossible scenario to imagine” and stressed he is happy at the club, though he would not predict where he will be in a year.
• Romano reiterated that there is nothing agreed for 2026 while noting Saudi sides have pursued Fernandes for several windows and could try again.
• Reporting indicates United are not planning a January sale but could consider a sizeable offer in a future window, with figures around £100m cited by some outlets.
• United are said to be preparing succession options, with Kobbie Mainoo viewed internally as a potential long-term replacement, and Fernandes remains under contract until 2027.