Bruno Fernandes transfer news: Manchester United captain rejects second contract offer

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has rejected a second contract offer from the club, with his current deal due to expire at the end of the season.

The club's first proposal was made in the summer when talks first began over a new contract, but it was turned down by Fernandes.

United hold an option to extend the 32-year-old's stay at Old Trafford for a further year and also prevent him from speaking to foreign clubs in January over the possibility of a free transfer.

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Last season, Fernandes was the subject of interest from Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal.

Talks are expected to continue between Fernandes and United, with the club making it clear they want their captain to remain at Old Trafford.

Fernandes was named PFA Player of the Year in August after he recorded 21 assists last season to break a Premier League record.

Mauricio Pochettino is expected to be announced as United's new head coach on Friday after Michael Carrick was sacked on Thursday.

Fernandes admitted in 2019 he almost signed for the Argentine that summer when he was at Tottenham, but the move was blocked by Sporting.

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