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Man Utd do not want to sell club superstar amidst Saudi interest – Report

Originally posted on We All Follow United
By Rohit Sarkar | Last updated May 8, 2025 9:25 AM ET

Bruno Fernandes is on the priority list of Saudi Arabian clubs this summer.

Manchester United have suffered a lot in the Premier League this season. So, it won’t be a surprise if they do sell a lot of their players in the summer to fund new signings. However, given the financial issues, United might be forced to sell some of their most important stars for good profit. Their captain, Bruno Fernandes, has been linked to a move away from the club in recent times.

Manchester United are not ready to sell Bruno Fernandes, amidst rumours of big offers from Saudi Arabia

The Portugal international has been the most important player for the club this season and has been extremely crucial for the side qualifying for the semi-final of the UEFA Europa League. Fernandes has scored eight goals in 33 matches so far in the Premier League 2024/2025 season.

Five of the eight goals were scored at home, while he scored three goals in away games. Overall, Fernandes’s goals scored per 90 minutes are 0.26. Moreover, Bruno Fernandes’s total G/A (goals + assists) is 17 for this season. His goal involvement equates to 0.55 per 90 minutes, and his non-penalty xG per 90 minutes is 0.25.

The Portugal international is already 30 years old and might not have much of his prime years ahead of him. Graeme Bailey has reported to TBR Football, that the Red Devils have no intention of selling their most important player and their captain this summer. They want to bank on him as the focal point of the transformative change at the club.

Manchester United made the right call by holding on to Bruno Fernandes, even with big-money offers coming in from Saudi clubs. Fernandes isn’t just the captain — he is the heart of the team. He keeps the attack ticking, chips in with goals and assists, and leads by example on and off the pitch.

With Ruben Amorim now in charge and the club focused on a fresh start, letting go of such an influential figure would have sent the wrong message. United are aiming for a return to the Champions League, and players like Fernandes are key to that push.

He also plays a big role in guiding the younger players, and with his contract running until 2027, he brings some much-needed stability. The money from Saudi could have been tempting, but keeping Bruno shows the club is thinking long-term and still serious about competing at the top.

This article first appeared on We All Follow United and was syndicated with permission.

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