Bruno Fernandes gave Manchester United an ultimatum about his long run at PSG in May for the midfielder.
Fernandes has been betting on the Red Devils since joining in January 2021 and was appointed captain via Erik ten Hag at the start of last season, but it proved to be a depressing crusade by Ten Hag.
New majority co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has ordered a club-wide overhaul, with Fernandes among the players designated as off-limits to interested suitors this summer.
PSG will most likely look to see United’s stance on retaining their captain. And just two months ago, Fernandes explained what the Red Devils needed to do to ensure he stayed at Old Trafford.
“The club will have to need me,” Fernandes said in May. “I feel like the club needs me to be part of the future. Like I said, I don’t need to be a player that the club doesn’t need to have. If for some reason they don’t need to have him, I’ll go. ” , but if they need me, I will stay. ”
“I’m not different from the others just because I have the bracelet. I do the best I can and we do the best we can for the club. Nobody hides that we play for a big club and we have to raise our criteria in each and every one game.
Fernandes’ comments will ring in United’s ears as they prepare to secure an offer from PSG. According to L’Equipe, the French giants “really appreciate” Fernandes’ talent as they look to update Kylian Mbappe.
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The midfielder has already been told of a move to Saudi Arabia, but the expected interest from Al-Nassr has not materialised. Today, PSG coach Luis Enrique lent his support to a sensational decision.
Discussions between the two clubs regarding the Portuguese international’s future are expected to intensify. United manager Ten Hag has insisted his captain remains at Old Trafford.
“No, absolutely, the club needs to stay with Bruno,” Ten Hag said after Fernandes’ interview, which took place after United’s last home game last season.
“I have to watch the interview, maybe it’s your interpretation, but from everything I know about him, he loves Manchester United, United enthusiasts and the game for United. He does the best he can and is an example, even with injuries.
“He loves football and needs to win. That’s how I would describe his character. I’m very satisfied with his performance. It’s easy when there are so many injured players around him and he has to help the team. “
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