The latest "Bruno Fernandes drama" exploded today (December 16, 2025) from a bombshell interview he gave to Portuguese outlet Canal 11 (recorded in November but released now). Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes accused the club's hierarchy of wanting him to leave last summer amid massive interest from Al-Hilal in the Saudi Pro League.

Key quotes have been posted directly on X, highlighting Fernandes' frustration, sadness, and openness to a future Saudi move—while reaffirming his commitment to United for now.

Key Quotes from Bruno Fernandes (via Fabrizio Romano & reports)

• On United wanting him out: “Man United wanted me to LEAVE last summer, I have that in my head. I told the directors this, but I think they didn’t have the COURAGE to make that decision. From the club’s side, I felt a bit like, if you leave, it’s not so bad for us. It hurts me a lot. More than hurting, it makes me sad.”
  
  

• Loyalty & effort: “I’m a player, they have nothing to criticise about. I’m always available, I always play, good or bad. I give my all. Then you see things around you, players who don’t value the club as much and don’t defend the club as much… that makes you sad.”
  
  

• Saudi offer details: Al-Hilal's proposal was "huge" financially ("the difference is abysmal"), but money "was never what guided me." He spoke directly to Al-Hilal's president and got messages from Ruben Neves. The deal collapsed because he chose to stay for family reasons, love for the club, and talks with manager Rúben Amorim.
  
  

• Future in Saudi?: “If one day I have to play in Saudi Arabia, I’ll play in Saudi Arabia. My lifestyle will change, my children’s lives will be sunny, after six years in Manchester with cold and rain, I’ll be playing in a growing league, with recognised players.”

Context & Timeline

• Summer 2025 saga: Al-Hilal offered around £100m + massive wages (reports of £700k/week). United's board (including Omar Berrada & Jason Wilcox) reportedly saw it as a chance to cash in on the 31-year-old, but Amorim insisted on keeping him. Bruno ultimately rejected it.
  
  

• Earlier comments (October 2025): Bruno had said the club and manager wanted him to stay—but this interview suggests he felt mixed signals from the directors.
  
  

• Current status: Contract until 2027 (with option for +1 year). He's started every PL game under Amorim, with strong stats (e.g., goal + assist in recent 4-4 draw vs Bournemouth).
  
  

• No immediate exit: Focus remains on United; agent won't discuss moves until after 2026 World Cup.
  
  

This comes amid United's turbulent season (mid-table form, recent draws/losses). Fans are divided—some see it as honest frustration, others as unsettling captaincy drama. Romano's updates have amplified it massively on X.

No official United response yet, but expect one soon. Stay tuned—this could rumble on! 🚨🔴