United star offers biggest hint yet over his Old Trafford future in stirring statement

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has dropped the biggest hint yet that he intends to stay at the club, in an emphatic statement of loyalty. Captain fantastic Fernandes is enjoying another brilliant season at United as the club closes in on a sensational return to the Champions League. He has been at the forefront, elevating his play significantly after Michael Carrick took over from Ruben Amorim. The United playmaker boasts an impressive eight goals and 19 assists in the Premier League this term. He is just two assists shy of breaking the Premier League record (20), which is currently held jointly by Thierry Henry and Kevin De Bruyne. Fernandes’ incredible season has made him a leading contender to win the Premier League Player of the Year award. Despite this, there is still some uncertainty over his future. Saudi Pro League outfit Al-Hilal made a strong push to lure him to their ranks last summer, but they failed as the player opted to remain at United. It’s believed that there is still admiration from the Gulf state toward him. There have also been suggestions of a switch to the likes of Bayern Munich, Paris Saint-Germain and even Galatasaray. United are keen to retain Fernandes, but he has made it clear that he wants the club to show ambition if he is to pledge his long-term future to them. In a recent interview with Wayne Rooney, Fernandes made it clear that he wishes to win the Premier League and Champions League. Ahead of United’s meeting with Liverpool, the Portugal international spoke to Sky Sports and reaffirmed his loyalty to United. Fernandes said that no other team in world football can give him the same feeling United do. Fernandes’ statement The 31-year-old told Sky Sports, “I could have gone two years ago, or three years ago, I could’ve gone last season. ” “I really like to be at the club and I really think that being successful at this club is something that I would never get being in any other club.” “The joy and everything I will get the day I get what I want from this club, I wouldn’t get that in any other club in the world because I know how much the fans want this, I know how passionate they are, I know how much they’re waiting for that moment to come back again.” He added, “I’m in the same ship as them. I want this ship, instead of being steady, I just want it to go forward and to navigate this as much as we can.” United vs. Liverpool kicks off later this afternoon at 15:30 BST. Featured image Stu Forster 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 Derick Kinoti Derick Kinoti is a football writer at The Peoples Person who has covered Manchester United and the Premier League extensively for years. His work blends sharp analysis, tactical insight, and engaging storytelling that resonates with fans around the world. Derick has gained valuable experience in football journalism, developing strong expertise in SEO writing, digital content creation, and social media engagement. A tech enthusiast with a Computer Science degree from the University of Nairobi, he ultimately swapped code for football commentary, bringing an analytical, detail-oriented approach to his writing. Derick is convinced Wayne Rooney is the true GOAT and won’t hear otherwise!