Manchester United, Bruno Fernandes and Mauricio Pochettino
13 November 2026
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has rejected the club’s second offer of a new contract, according to BBC Sport. His current deal expires after this season, although United can extend it through 2028, leaving his long-term future unresolved.
United have negotiated with the Portugal midfielder’s representatives for months without reaching agreement. The club is expected to activate its one-year extension before January if talks stall. Managerial upheaval after Michael Carrick’s dismissal adds uncertainty, with Mauricio Pochettino still a prospective successor.
Why It Matters
Fernandes' contract standoff creates uncertainty over United's captain, although the club retains an option to prevent his deal expiring in 2027.