According to a report from Caught offsideManchester United may be open to letting captain Bruno Fernandes leave at the end of the season as part of a wider effort to streamline the club’s wage structure.
The report indicates that senior figures at Old Trafford are weighing the long-term financial implications of retaining the 29-year-old playmaker, who remains one of the highest-paid players in the squad. As the club prepares for another summer overhaul, Fernandes’ future is believed to be ‘less secure than publicly suggested’ as United consider ways to reduce their wage bill and potentially generate cash for reinvestment.
Fernandes, who joined Manchester United in 2020 and quickly became a key figure, has consistently been one of the side’s most productive players. Yet United’s inconsistent performances this season, combined with a wider push for structural change following new investment in minority ownership, have sparked debate over which senior players will fit into the next phase of the project.
Interest is expected from clubs in Saudi Arabia and long-standing admirers in mainland Europe, with Fernandes’ leadership reputation and attacking output making him a valuable target. No formal approaches have been reported, but the possibility of an exit is said to have become more realistic in recent months.
Why letting him leave might make sense
Releasing one of the side’s biggest contracts would immediately give United more flexibility within the Premier League’s profitability and sustainability rules. With the club planning to strengthen several positions – including centre-backs, midfielders and wide attacking roles – refocusing Fernandes’ wages and possible transfer fee could accelerate the rebuild.
Tactically, his departure could also give a future manager the space to redefine the team’s midfield structure. As influential as he is, Fernandes’ high-risk, high-reward style of play often defines United’s entire attacking approach.
A new system built around greater control, compelling cohesion or positional discipline may require a different kind of number 10 or a shift away from the traditional playmaker.
From a shift planning perspective Manchester United could see this summer as the last chance to secure a significant fee for a player over 30 whose value could soon diminish.
While selling Fernandes would undoubtedly be a bold and controversial decision, the combination of financial relief, tactical flexibility and the opportunity to revamp the squad could explain why the club is open to considering his departure.
MAN UNITED WANTS NMECHA
According to new reports from TEAMtalk, relaying information from Sky Germany, Manchester United have identified Felix Nmecha as a potential summer signing as the club continues to plan an extensive midfield rebuild.
Manchester United They are expected to review their central options at the end of the season, with uncertainty surrounding several senior players and a strong push from the club’s new-look football leadership to bring in younger, more dynamic profiles. Currently at Borussia Dortmund, Nmecha has become an interesting name due to his versatility, physicality and long-term development potential.
Sky Germany reports that United’s scouting department has been monitoring Nmecha for months and sees him as a player who can add energy and ball-carrying quality to a midfield that has often lacked athleticism and control in recent seasons. The midfielder moved to Dortmund from Wolfsburg a few years ago and has shown high-level potential, especially in his ability to cover ground, progress the game and operate in multiple central roles.
While Dortmund are not believed to be actively looking to sell, the German side are known to be open to significant offers if they can reinvest in emerging talents. With United expected to pursue multiple midfield targets, Nmecha is considered one of several options, although there are already indications he fits the age and profile the club is prioritizing.
United’s recruitment strategy is shifting towards players entering their prime rather than big names at the end of their careers, and Nmecha’s combination of athleticism and technical ability is seen internally as in line with the direction set by the new football operations structure.
Why Nmecha could be a strong signing for Manchester United
Nmecha seems to be meeting a growing need within Manchester United‘s team. The team has struggled with midfield balance, especially in transition, with opponents often bypassing the center of the pitch too easily. Nmecha’s range, defensive work rate and ball carrying ability could address these weaknesses.
He also brings positional flexibility – he can play as a number 8, as a box-to-box midfielder or in a more defensive role – which would give United tactical options as they fine-tune their system for next season.
His profile complements both technical midfielders and more defensive partners, which could help stabilize a unit that lacks cohesion.
Crucially, Nmecha is still developing. His ceiling remains high and a move to United could provide the platform to develop into a complete Premier League midfielder. For a club looking for long-term building blocks rather than short-term solutions, he represents a logical and potentially valuable addition.
Although negotiations have not yet begun, Old Trafford’s interest appears genuine – and Nmecha’s name is now firmly on United’s summer radar.
MANE expected him to make a summer move
According to a report from CaughtOffside, Wolverhampton Wanderers are increasingly resigned to the likelihood of losing highly rated young forward Mateus Mane this summer, with both Arsenal and Manchester United keeping a close eye on his situation.
Regarded as one of the most exciting prospects in Wolves’ youth academy, Mane has attracted increasing attention from top Premier League clubs following a string of standout performances at youth level. The teenager’s combination of speed, dribbling ability and mature decision-making has placed him firmly on the scouting radar of several elite teams, with Arsenal and Manchester United said to have advanced furthest in their interests.
CaughtOffside reports that Wolves are bracing for offers and are aware they may struggle to convince Mane to commit long-term amid so much attention. However, the club are still hoping to convince him that a stay at Molineux could be the best option for the next stage of his development, with the opportunities for first-team involvement being more accessible compared to the competition he would face elsewhere.
Mane is believed to be carefully evaluating his options, with family and advisors weighing the potential benefits of staying against the risks of making a move to a top six club too early.
Why a move may not be necessary at this stage of Mane’s career
While interest from clubs of the stature of Arsenal and Manchester United is flattering, a move this early in Mane’s trajectory may not be in his best long-term sporting interests. At Wolves he is on the cusp of breaking into the first team, with a clearer path to senior football and a coaching environment known for trusting and developing young talent.
A move to Arsenal would put him behind established stars and elite prospects in attacking positions, potentially slowing his progression due to limited minutes. In the same way, Manchester United– still undergoing a temporary rebuild – remain a challenging environment for young players unless they are already ready for the first team. Still in the early stages of his professional development, Mane would face significant competition that could limit his growth.
A stay at Wolves offers stability, game time and a realistic route to Premier League football in a familiar environment. For a young striker still learning the senior game, consistent involvement and a clear development plan are far more valuable than a glamorous early move.
While the summer could bring serious bids, the argument that Mane’s best next move lies with Wolves rather than Arsenal or Manchester United remains strong – and one the club will continue to push as interest grows.
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