It has been clear for some time that Manchester United want to extend the contract of one of their best players in recent seasons and captain, Bruno Fernandes. However, various sources claim that the Portuguese midfielder has rejected the club’s current offer.According to The Athletic, Manchester United have offered Fernandes just £500,000 more than his current salary of £19.5 million per year. However, it remains unclear whether the reason for his rejection is solely the proposed wages or whether the midfielder has set other conditions for committing his long-term future to the club.🚨 Bruno Fernandes has REJECTED Manchester United’s latest contract proposal. 🇵🇹United offered the captain a pay rise worth just €500,000-a-year, but it was not enough to convince him to extend. As things stand, Fernandes could leave for FREE next summer if United decide… pic.twitter.com/KSpAcoaeZ2— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) August 18, 2026 The 31-year-old may have demanded assurances over the club’s ambitions to compete for trophies or specific requirements regarding transfer policy, which could become part of future negotiations. Fernandes’ £57 million release clause for foreign clubs has also expired.The Portuguese international has been a Manchester United player since January 2020, when the club paid Sporting Lisbon €65 million for his services. Last season, Fernandes made 37 appearances in all competitions, scoring nine goals and providing 22 assists.His current contract runs until the summer of 2027, although it contains an option allowing the Red Devils to unilaterally extend his deal until 2028, putting the club in a relatively strong position.Galatasaray lure Bruno with bags of cash, as United prepare new contract for himTurkish giants Galatasaray have shown interest in the midfielder, with reports emerging that the Istanbul club offered Fernandes a contract worth €20 million per season. However, Manchester United have made it clear that the Portuguese star is not for sale.##NAJAVA_MECA_9902119##
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