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Persistent admirers planning to submit mega offer for top Man United star in January – report

Al-Hilal are reportedly preparing a £46m bid for Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes as INEOS considers potential January departures.

Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 10:30 PM
Persistent admirers planning to submit mega offer for top Man United star in January – report
Key Things to Know
  • Al-Hilal is reportedly planning a £46 million bid to sign Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes in January.
  • The proposed deal would be a permanent transfer for the 32-year-old midfielder.
  • Fernandes' current contract expires next summer, though Manchester United holds an option to extend it by one year.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal is reportedly planning to make a £46 million (€55 million) permanent transfer offer for Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes in January. According to a report by TMW cited by The Peoples Person, the Saudi side remains a persistent admirer of the 32-year-old midfielder and could test United's resolve when the winter transfer window opens.

Fernandes' current contract reportedly expires next summer, although Manchester United holds an option for a one-year extension while talks over a new deal have stalled. The article notes that despite recent friction with head coach Michael Carrick and a dip in form, it remains uncertain whether INEOS will consider selling the midfielder mid-season for the reported sum.

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