BRUNO Fernandes has committed his long-term future to Manchester United by penning a new contract extension.
The Portugal midfielder joined United from Sporting Lisbon in January 2020 and had been one of their standout players.
“Manchester United is delighted to announce that Bruno Fernandes has signed a new contract, which will keep him at the club until June 2026, with the option to extend for a further year,” the club announced on Friday.
The new deal is believed to make the 27-year-old one of the highest earners at Manchester United.
Fernande’s numbers have been impressive since joining the club, although his recent form has not been so good.
He has contributed 49 goals and 39 assists in just 117 games for Manchester United since his arrival.
Fernandes, who has already won the club’s Player of the Year award twice, has created more chances than any other United player since joining the club in January 2020.
“From the moment that I joined Manchester United, I have had a special relationship with the club and our amazing fans. I grew up watching this team, dreaming of getting the chance to play here one day,” he told the club’s website.
“That dream is now a reality and an honour.
“Even after two years, it still feels amazing to step out at Old Trafford, to hear the fans sing my song and to score in front of the Stretford End. It is a true privilege to wear this shirt and to fight for our incredible club.
“There is so much more that I want to achieve here, and I know that is the same for the rest of the squad and staff. More than anything, we want to give the fans the success that they deserve.
“We have shared some great moments over the last years, but the best is yet to come from myself and this team.”
Manchester United’s football director John Murtough said: “Everyone is well aware of Bruno’s importance to Manchester United. His goals and assists record is phenomenal and he has performed remarkably consistently since he joined the club.
“Bruno’s work-rate, dedication and fantastic attitude are exactly what we want from a Manchester United player. He is the ultimate professional with many fantastic attributes to drive the high standards required to play for this great club.
“Bruno, like everyone across the football club, remains hugely ambitious and determined to deliver sustained success on the pitch to get us back to challenging for titles.”
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