Manchester United’s captain, Bruno Fernandes, has committed his future to the club by signing a contract extension that will see him stay at Old Trafford until June 2027. Since joining the Red Devils in January 2020, the Portuguese midfielder has been a pivotal player, having scored 79 goals in 234 appearances. The new contract, which includes an option for an additional year, was announced by the club on Wednesday, dispelling any rumors of Fernandes leaving during the upcoming transfer window.

Expressing his dedication to Manchester United, Fernandes stated, “Everybody knows the passion I have for Manchester United. I understand the responsibility and significance of wearing this shirt, and the levels of dedication and desire required to represent this incredible club.” Despite already enjoying numerous memorable moments at the club, Fernandes believes that his best performances in a United shirt are yet to come, citing this optimism as a reason for extending his contract.

The contract extension for Fernandes comes as a positive development for Manchester United, adding to a series of successful summer signings, including Leny Yoro, Joshua Zirkzee, Matthijs de Ligt, and Noussair Mazraoui. With these acquisitions and Fernandes committing to the team, United, under the guidance of Erik ten Hag, aims to build upon their FA Cup triumph last season and enhance their performance following an eighth-place finish in the Premier League.