British Media: Manchester United Plan to Renew Bruno Fernandes' Contract, Weekly Wage Could Rise to £350,000 as Highest in Squad

On September 1 Beijing time, in the second round of the 2026-27 Premier League season, Manchester City defeated Ipswich Town 5-2 at home, with Bruno Fernandes scoring a hat-trick. British media reports state that the Red Devils are considering renewing Bruno Fernandes' contract, making him the highest-paid player in the squad.

Previously, Bruno Fernandes won the PFA Player of the Year award for his outstanding performances last season. Bruno Fernandes renewed his contract with Manchester United in 2022 and 2024, but each extension only added one year to the contract length, while his salary increased significantly. British newspaper The Sun reported that Bruno Fernandes' next contract could be worth around £350,000 per week.

Currently, Bruno Fernandes earns £300,000 per week, while the highest-paid player in the squad is Rashford, whose weekly wage is £325,000. Manchester United have already attempted to change the club's wage structure and adopt a more cautious approach, but club figures believe Bruno Fernandes' excellent performances deserve a significant pay rise.

Manchester United legend Gary Neville has praised Bruno Fernandes highly, considering him the club's best signing since 2013 and stating that he is the best player Manchester United signed after Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement, without question. Neville said on his podcast: "He has the courage, bravery and belief to play for Manchester United. He has performed excellently in both assists and goals. He is an outstanding player, truly exceptional." Since joining Manchester United from Sporting CP in January 2020, Bruno Fernandes has scored 110 goals in 329 appearances.