Bruno Fernandes to Delay New Man Utd Contract Discussions Until Mauricio Pochettino Demonstrates His Worth to £300k-a-Week Star

November 14, 2026 sportnow BRUNO FERNANDES has decided to postpone discussions about a new contract until he assesses whether new Manchester United manager Mauricio Pochettino can deliver results.

The captain of Old Trafford is feeling disenchanted with the club’s disappointing season, which led to the dismissal of Michael Carrick after they fell into the relegation zone in the Premier League.

Fernandes, 32, whose contract is set to expire next summer, has struggled this season and was benched by Carrick last month after expressing his frustration over tactics following a heavy 4-1 loss to Como in the Champions League.

Manchester United holds an option to extend his deal for an additional year and plans to activate it before January to prevent him from signing a pre-contract agreement with a foreign club. However, he has already turned down two contract renewal offers.

Club executives remain optimistic that the Portuguese player wants to continue his tenure at United, but sources indicate he intends to wait and see how Pochettino’s management style unfolds.

“Bruno wants to evaluate the rest of the season before making any commitments,” said a source.

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“His relationship with the club has been tumultuous over the past few years.

“He had his best-ever season but is frustrated with several decisions made following the investment from Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos.

“Bruno appreciates Pochettino’s capabilities as a manager, but he wants to see the club fully support him — he, along with other players, feels they have been set up to fail this season.”

Sources added that the players have little regard for Ineos, chief executive Omar Berrada, and director of football Jason Wilcox.

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“The players feel that not signing another left-back in the summer was inexcusable.

“There exists a disconnect between the players and the club hierarchy.”

Fernandes reportedly earns around £300,000 per week, which is £25,000 less than the club’s highest earner, Marcus Rashford.

Clubs from Saudi Arabia have previously shown interest in Fernandes, as well as connections to Turkish and Italian teams.

Pochettino is expected to manage Manchester United during their next Premier League match against Liverpool next Sunday.

The Argentine is believed to be preparing to make tough decisions regarding his squad, with assurances of transfer funds available for January.

A source revealed: “No one will be granted a chance to start afresh. He will evaluate them based not only on their current performances but also on their past contributions.”