Transfer Talk: Saudis plot move for Bruno Fernandes
Credit to Author: Nick Judd| Date: Sun, 5 Nov 2023 19:00:49 EST
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The summer transfer window has closed throughout Europe, but there are still moves in the works and plenty of gossip swirling around. Transfer Talk brings you all the latest buzz on rumours, comings, goings and, of course, done deals!
Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes could be the next star heading to the Saudi Pro League, according to Rudi Galletti.
The journalist reports that Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, which controls majority stakes in four of the country’s biggest clubs, is exploring the possibility of a deal for United’s skipper at the end of the current season.
PIF representatives believe a move could happen in 2024 and are hoping to begin talks with the Portugal international’s representatives over the possibility of future negotiations.
Fernandes has scored 66 goals and added 57 assists in 199 appearances since joining United in 2020 from Sporting CP. This season alone, despite United’s indifferent form, he’s scored three times in 11 matches.
The 29-year-old midfielder has been handed the captain’s armband under Erik ten Hag, but the team is struggling in its second season under the Dutch coach’s tutelage.
Fernandes leads a long list of targets set by the Saudi investors and if he leaves England he could join a number of stars who have already made the move to the Saudi Pro League, including former club teammate, and compatriot, Cristiano Ronaldo.
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