Bruno Fernandes will play for Manchester United until 2027 after signing a new contract, which includes an option to renew for a further season, the English club announced on Wednesday.
“Everybody knows the passion I have for Manchester United. I understand the responsibility and significance of wearing this shirt, and the levels of dedication and desire required to represent this incredible club,” Fernandes told the club’s official website. “I have had so many special moments here already; hearing my name sung from the Stretford End, scoring a hat trick against Leeds, leading the team out at Old Trafford on European nights and lifting trophies at Wembley. But I wouldn’t have signed this contract if I didn’t believe that my best moments in a United shirt are still to come. From my discussions with the football leadership and manager, it is clear how determined everyone is to fight for major trophies in the years ahead. I can see how positive the future is going to be and I am relishing leading this team forward.”
Fernandes has scored 79 goals and contributed 67 assists in his 234 appearances for United. He has won the Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year award on three occasions and claimed two trophies with the Red Devils, lifting the Carabao Cup in 2023 and the FA Cup last season. He was officially named club captain last year although he wore the armband for the majority of the previous season over Harry Maguire.
Since joining United, Fernandes has created more chances than any other player in the Premier League.
Fernandes will lead United out at Old Trafford on Friday when they begin the new Premier League season at home to Fulham. Erik ten Hag’s side will be keen to get off to a strong start after a miserable previous campaign in the league, slumping to their lowest finish since the Premier League began in 1992.