Bruno Fernandes Rejects Man Utd Contract, Future In Doubt

Man Utd captain Fernandes turns down new deal again

Bruno Fernandes has dealt Manchester United another blow in contract talks, turning down a second renewal offer and raising fresh uncertainty over whether the captain will commit his long-term future to the club.

Man Utd face Fernandes dilemma after second offer rejected...

Manchester United skipper Bruno Fernandes has reportedly knocked back a second contract proposal from the club.

The Portuguese midfielder is set to become a free agent when his deal expires at the end of the 2026/27 campaign, though United can activate a one-year extension clause that would tie him down until June 2028.

United are eager to prevent that scenario, as they want to extend the 32-year-old’s current deal on mutually agreed terms, and club chiefs have been in negotiations with his camp since September.

However, according to the latest reports from BBC Sport and other outlets, Fernandes has rejected United’s second offer of a new contract at Old Trafford, having already turned down terms during the summer.

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 📝 https://t.co/SihWoA0sTP

— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) November 13, 2026

If United fail to reach a new agreement with their captain, the club will almost certainly trigger that 12-month clause before the end of 2026 as part of a broader strategy.

That decision would protect United against Fernandes potentially holding talks with a club outside the Premier League over a free transfer in 2027, while also giving them more time to convince their No.8 to remain in Manchester.