Bruno Fernandes has a £57m clause to leave MU
Bruno Fernandes has a £57m clause that is only available to clubs outside the Premier League, opening the possibility of leaving before the 2026/27 season; he has rejected an offer from Al-Hilal.
Bruno Fernandes has a £57m release clause that can only be activated by clubs outside the Premier League. British media said this clause opens up the possibility of the 31-year-old captain of MU leaving Old Trafford before the 2026/27 season, in the context that he turned down an attractive offer from Al-Hilal last summer.
£57m clause and transfer scenario
The release clause only applies to teams outside England, meaning Saudi Pro League clubs could return to the negotiating table as early as next summer. This information is given in the context of Bruno still being the core of MU's playing style and holding the captain's armband.
Context: Rejected Al-Hilal, determined to stay at Old Trafford
Last summer, the Portuguese midfielder turned down an attractive offer from Al-Hilal to continue his association with MU. According to the source's description, Bruno believes he can help the Red Devils end their title drought, despite a few turbulent years at Old Trafford.
Bruno Fernandes' statement
Bruno on the future: “I feel good in Manchester. I want to achieve my dream. I have seen a lot of news, many people say I have an agreement to leave next season. If the club does that, it will not be me. My agent knows how I work, so if he wants to talk, it will be after the World Cup.”
Short-term impact on MU
At the immediate competition level, MU faces a force problem when coach Amorim confirmed that Harry Maguire and Mason Mount are uncertain to play due to injury in the match against Brighton in round 9 of the 2025/26 Premier League.
Round 9 schedule and competitive landscape
The 2025/26 Premier League schedule is constantly updated, with MU and Chelsea both playing in round 9. With the possibility of Maguire and Mount being absent, coach Amorim will have to consider rotating the squad.
Strategic significance to MU
In the long term, the release clause requires MU to be proactive in personnel planning. If an offer is made from outside the Premier League, the club needs to be ready to replace Bruno's creative and leadership role on the field, while ensuring the stability of the dressing room. On the other hand, Bruno's rejection of Al-Hilal shows that his current priority is still competing for titles with MU.
Milestones and notable figures
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| Release fee | 57 million pounds |
| Scope of application | Non-Premier League Clubs Only |
| Time frames can be moved | Before the 2026/27 season (according to British media) |
| Player's age | 31 |
| Recent context | Rejected offer from Al-Hilal last summer |
Overview
The information about the £57 million clause not only affirms Bruno Fernandes' position but also draws a clear boundary about potential destinations: outside England. Meanwhile, at present, the problem of force against Brighton and the dense match schedule makes MU have to optimize each personnel choice, maintain stable performance waiting for big decisions in the next transfer window.
