League winners plotting “spectacular” raid on United, talks with superstar’s camp incoming – Sky

Manchester United’s return to the Champions League should help INEOS when it comes to recruiting top players in the summer. Midfield is the most pressing issue at present, while there are plans to strengthen at the back as well. A return to Europe’s premier club competition should also help the club convince Bruno Fernandes remain at Old Trafford for the foreseeable future. Last summer, the club captain was close to leaving for the riches of the Middle East, but his wife and former head coach Ruben Amorim persuaded him to stay. Bruno Fernandes continues to be linked with an exit What a great decision that proved to be with the Portuguese superstar back in top form under caretaker head coach Michael Carrick and gunning for the Premier League’s single season assist record. The 31-year-old’s current deal is valid until 2027, and while the Red Devils are planning to offer him a contract extension, until a new deal is agreed, foreign clubs continue to lurk with interest. Bayern Munich were linked with a move not too long ago, and now, as per Sky Sports journalist Florian Plettenberg, Galatasaray are also keen on a blockbuster deal. The Turkish giants are in the market for an elite attacking midfielder, and there are few better players in that position than Bruno Fernandes. Galatasaray plotting ambitious move for Bruno Fernandes While the Istanbul giants see the Portugal international as their dream target, as things stand, a move looks unlikely. The United No.8 is keen to stay at the Theatre of Dreams and represent the club in the Champions League. And a new contract offer is expected to be submitted by the club soon. 🚨🆕 Galatasaray want to make headlines again with spectacular transfers in the summer. The focus is primarily on a No. 10 and a No. 6. Gala were already interested in Bruno Fernandes in the last transfer window. He was and still is the ultimate dream target. They want to get in… pic.twitter.com/bTEj5u03DI — Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) May 4, 2026 “Galatasaray want to make headlines again with spectacular transfers in the summer. The focus is primarily on a No. 10 and a No. 6,” Plettenberg wrote on X (formerly Twitter). “Gala were already interested in Bruno Fernandes in the last transfer window. He was and still is the ultimate dream target. United’s response already well known “They want to get in contact with his camp again, but do not see realistic chances, as Fernandes can play Champions League football with Manchester United.” United have already agreed new deals with Kobbie Mainoo and Harry Maguire recently, and INEOS should hurry up with their contract proposal for Bruno Fernandes to end rumours once and for all. Feature image Michael Regan via Getty Images The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Ayantan Chowdhury After failing to become a professional footballer, Ayantan switched to the next best thing: writing about the greatest football club in the world. He has extensive sports journalism experience, having worked for over 10 years in the Indian sports media industry, writing for the biggest newspapers and websites. Currently an editor at The Peoples Person. You can follow him on X: @ayantanc_25