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Ronaldo’s Reported Overture Puts Bruno FernandesManchester United Future Back in Focus

After rejecting major Saudi bids to stay at Manchester United, reports indicate suitors will revisit a move when his deal enters its final year in 2026.

Overview

  • CaughtOffside reports Cristiano Ronaldo contacted Fernandes over a move to Al-Nassr this summer, an invitation the United captain declined.
  • Agent-linked sources cited by CaughtOffside say Al-Nassr and Al-Ittihad made approaches in recent months, with Jorge Jesus making two attempts to sign him.
  • TalkSPORT, via the Mirror and Manchester Evening News, reports Fernandes could be open to a transfer next summer to Saudi Arabia, MLS or another top European league.
  • United prefer to keep their captain, but CaughtOffside says club sources acknowledge he is one to watch from January 2026 as the opportunity to command a major fee narrows.
  • The Mirror and MEN recount that Al-Hilal considered a £100m bid with £700,000 per week wages, while Fernandes told Sky Sports he intends to remain until the club decides otherwise.