{
  "id": 1671551,
  "title": "Man Utd will reject any bid for Fernandes",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/man-utd-will-reject-any-bid-for-fernandes-1671551",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-18T08:01:22.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Ghanaian Times",
    "slug": "ghanaian-times",
    "url": "https://ghanaiantimes.com.gh/man-utd-will-reject-any-bid-for-fernandes/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Manchester United have declared their intention to reject any offers for captain Bruno Fernandes before the upcoming transfer deadline, according to BBC Sport. Multiple clubs, including Turkish side Galatasaray, Italian giants Juventus and AC Milan, have reportedly been exploring the possibility of making an attempt to sign the Portuguese midfielder. Galatasaray were reportedly ready to offer a fee of 50 million euros (£42.7m) for the 31-year-old. However, sources at Old Trafford believe that Galatasaray's efforts would be futile. Last summer, Fernandes was informed that Al-Hilal had made a significant offer, which the player found upsetting. This time around, United are firm in their stance that they are not willing to sell the player at any cost. Fernandes has one year remaining on his contract, with an option for an additional season. He has shown his desire to remain at Manchester United, and the club has made it clear that they are willing to do everything possible to keep him. Despite the recent positive reception Fernandes received during a pre-season match against Leeds, United's negotiating position remains strong. The player has been instrumental in the team's success, recording a Premier League record 21 assists last season, and is a strong contender for the PFA Player of the Year award for the 2025-26 season.",
  "summary": "Manchester United intend to reject any offer for Bruno Fernandes before next month’s transfer deadline. BBC Sport was told last week that Turkish club, Galatasaray, plus Italian giants, Juventus and AC Milan, were considering whether to test United’s resolve to keep their captain. It is thought Galatasaray had a deal they were intending to put … The post Man Utd will reject any bid for Fernandes…",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}