Bruno Fernandes: the trophies, the assist record and his United future

BBC Sport15 h ago

Football pitch with grass and evening lights — Photo: Jose Parra / Pexels

Fernandes finished 2025-26 with 18 Premier League assists, equalling Kevin De Bruyne's 2019-20 mark. He has now reached 153 assists for Manchester United, overtaking Wayne Rooney on the club's all-time list. United wrapped up a third consecutive year ending in silverware.

Club officials told the BBC that Fernandes's contract running to 2027 may be extended to 2029 with a 50,000 pound weekly raise. Several Saudi Pro League clubs are reported to have made offers worth around 25 million pounds a year for next season.

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim said earlier in the week that 'Bruno is not just the team captain but the leader of the dressing room'. The 31-year-old Portuguese will captain his country at the 2026 World Cup, which may be his final European tournament cycle.

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