Bruno Fernandes could be approaching his final months in a Manchester United shirt. The Portuguese midfielder has reportedly rejected a second contract offer from United, with fears he could be heading for the exit door next summer.
Fernandes has just over six months left on his base deal at Old Trafford, but United do hold the option to extend that contract for an extra year. However, if the club and the player struggle to reach an agreement over a new deal, it might be in the club's best interest to cash in while they can.
Potential Destinations
Express Sport has looked across Europe and picked out five clubs Fernandes could sign for if he decides to leave United in the near future.
Sporting
It's an obvious one, but how about a return to Sporting? It's the club where Fernandes made his name many years ago, and a place that still holds a special place in his heart. At 32 years old, it's not like Fernandes has many years at the elite level left in him anyway, so perhaps that entices him to return to his motherland.
Saudi Arabia
Take your pick, really. There are plenty of money-bag clubs in Saudi Arabia who would relish the chance to secure Fernandes' signature. It would open up access to wealth that isn't available to him in the European game, which, at this stage of his career, could be a deciding factor in making the move.
European Options
Galatasaray
Top Premier League players making the jump to Turkey in the latter stage of their career is nothing new. But Galatasaray have already shown a distinct interest in Fernandes, having been ready to table a huge bid in the summer. With a likely route into the Champions League and big-money wages on the table, this is a serious prospect Fernandes could explore.
Barcelona or Real Madrid
What about a move to La Liga? The intensity isn't nearly as high as the Premier League, meaning he should still be able to do his thing well into his mid-thirties. Given that Fernandes is approaching the end of his contract, transfer fees shouldn't be an issue, which could tempt Spanish football's big two into a move. And given his shortcomings at United across the last few years, perhaps it would provide Fernandes with the platform to go and win the major honours he craves.
