Bruno Fernandes has turned down a second contract offer from Manchester United as the club remains unsure of the midfielder’s long-term future at Old Trafford.
Out of contract at the end of the season, but United have the option to extend this current deal for a further 12 months until 2028.
The club are eager to finalise a fresh deal with their skipper and have been in talks with his representatives in recent months. But BBC Sport claim Fernandes has rejected their most recent offer.
United are likely to trigger the extension clause on the new contract before January 1 in the event no deal has been reached.
He would be able to agree a pre-contract deal with clubs abroad at a later point in the campaign.
The contract saga comes against the backdrop of major upheaval at Old Trafford with Michael Carrick sacked on Thursday after United’s faltering start to the season.
Former Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino is set to take over and United will be hoping that Pochettino’s signing will be enough to persuade Fernandes to stay.
Fernandes had almost joined Pochettino at Tottenham back in 2019 before signing for Manchester United half a year later.
He has netted six times in 13 appearances in all competitions this campaign.
