Manchester United Target Multiple Midfielders as Bruno Fernandes Future Remains Uncertain
Manchester United are preparing a major midfield overhaul in the January transfer window, with the club reportedly planning to sign more than one central midfielder amid growing uncertainty over captain Bruno Fernandes’ long-term future at Old Trafford.
According to The Sun, new manager Ruben Amorim has made midfield reinforcement his top priority as he attempts to turn around a season that has seen the Red Devils languish outside the Premier League top ten.
Bruno Fernandes: The £100m Question
The Portuguese star’s contract runs until 2026 (with a club option for 2027), but interest from the Saudi Pro League and a potential return to his homeland has cast doubt over his future. Fernandes, who has 40 goals and 43 assists in 232 appearances since joining in 2020, is reportedly waiting to see clear progress under Amorim before committing long-term.
Kobbie Mainoo Uncertainty Adds Pressure
Academy graduate Kobbie Mainoo has been plagued by injuries this season. While United have no desire to sell the 20-year-old England international, sources suggest they would listen to mammoth offers if it helped fund a broader rebuild.
Premier League Transfer Gossip Roundup
- Nottingham Forest declare Elliot Anderson not for sale (The Daily Mail)
- Crystal Palace plot January move for Newcastle’s Joe Willock (The Telegraph)
- Forest target Brighton defender Jack Hinshelwood
- Liverpool accelerate interest in Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo (The Express)
Next Generation: Kai Rooney Set for Debut
In brighter news, Wayne Rooney’s son Kai Rooney is in line to make his Manchester United Under-18s debut in the FA Youth Cup next month against Peterborough United.
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