Michael Carrick Praises Bruno Fernandes Amid Transfer Speculation
Michael Carrick opens up about Bruno Fernandes' future at Manchester United as transfer rumors swirl around the Portuguese midfielder. Despite recent talks of unsettlement and speculation of a potential exit, Carrick remains focused on the task at hand and the positive contributions Fernandes has made to the club.
Michael Carrick admits that Bruno Fernandes' Manchester United future is on his agenda amid speculation the Portuguese may leave the club this summer. The 31-year-old recently spoke about how unsettled he was at the Red Devils, and the club's hierarchy didn't make him feel very welcome in 2025. Now, interim boss Carrick has waxed lyrical about the midfielder, while admitting Fernandes' future will more likely be addressed this summer.Fernandes' United contract runs until 2027 and as that ticks down, the Portugal international has repeatedly been linked with a move to the Saudi Pro League. The United captain recently revealed that he could have left the club last summer but chose to stay, despite potentially earning "much more money".He told Canal 11 in mid-December: "Lately, I feel like I’m on thin ice. In England, when a player starts approaching 30, they start thinking they need a makeover. It’s like the furniture. The issue of loyalty isn’t viewed the same way it used to be. I could have left in the last transfer window. I would have earned much more money. I was going to leave a season ago – I won’t say where – but I would have won many trophies that season. I decided to stay because of family reasons, but also because I genuinely love the club. The conversation with the manager also made me stay. 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 renowned players."Despite being United's talisman, scoring five goals and adding 10 assists in 20 Premier League games this season, the ex-Sporting CP star does not exactly feel loved at Old Trafford by the powers that be. Fernandes even admitted he felt "sad" by the way he was treated by United.Last month, he said: "From the club’s side, it felt a bit like, ‘if you leave, it’s not so bad for us.’ It hurts me a bit. More than hurting, it makes me sad because I’m a player who has nothing to criticise. I’m always available, I always play, good or bad. I give my all. But it gets to a point where, for them, money is more important than anything. The club wanted me to go, I have that in my head. I told the directors that, but I think they didn’t have the courage to make that decision, because the manager wanted me. If I had said I wanted to leave, they would have let me go."Ahead of United's clash with Fulham at the weekend, Carrick said Fernandes has been "fantastic" to him and the club over the years, and he has nothing but positive things to say about the veteran. However, for now, he is more focused on earning another three points after impressive wins over Manchester City and Arsenal.He said: "We all want to win things. We all want to get better. We want to improve as a team. We want to be successful, and that's something we've got to work towards together, but Bruno's been fantastic since I've been here. He was fantastic when I was here before, so I've got nothing but good things to say about him. That's not to get too far ahead, you know. That's [his future] on the agenda a little bit, but my main agenda is getting through the game on Sunday with Fulham. Bruno's fully committed. There's absolutely no issues at all with that. Things further down the line [will be] addressed towards the end of the season or whatever. But now everything's positive at the moment."Add GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reportingUnited, who sit fourth in the Premier League table, will hope to stay in the top four after their encounter with Fulham on Sunday at Old Trafford. After that, they host struggling Tottenham on February 7. If the Red Devils lose against the Cottagers, great perils may lie ahead for Carrick and his team.
Carrick Acknowledges Uncertainty
Michael Carrick acknowledges the ongoing speculation surrounding Bruno Fernandes' future at Manchester United. The 31-year-old midfielder has recently expressed feeling unsettled at the club amid reports linking him to a move away.
Fernandes' Loyalty and Potential Exit
Bruno Fernandes' contract with United runs until 2027, but rumors continue to surround a potential move to the Saudi Pro League. Despite the lure of significant financial gains, Fernandes emphasizes his genuine affection for the club and his decision to stay for family reasons.
Mixed Feelings and Lack of Appreciation
Despite being a key player for United, Fernandes has expressed feeling undervalued by the club's management. He highlighted feelings of disappointment over what he perceives as a lack of appreciation for his dedication and contributions to the team.
Carrick's Positive Remarks
Interim boss Michael Carrick commends Bruno Fernandes for his outstanding performance and dedication during his time at Manchester United. Carrick acknowledges the midfielder's importance to the team while keeping the team's focus on upcoming matches.
Future Plans and Focus
While addressing Fernandes' future remains a topic of discussion, Carrick emphasizes the importance of staying focused on the immediate goal of securing victories in upcoming fixtures. United's focus is on maintaining their position in the top four of the Premier League.




