Bruno Fernandes: Man Utd midfielder close to agreeing new deal

A new five-year contract is close to being agreed on by Bruno Fernandes.

The Portugal player has three years left on his contract.

Since his arrival from Sporting Lisbon in 2020, United are keen to extend his stay.

There is a positive feeling at the club about the outcome of the talks that have now resumed after stalling around the new year.

The current international break is unlikely to see an announcement as Portugal try to qualify for the World Cup.

The deal will be a major boost for the side, who will go five seasons without a trophy, but are not guaranteed a place in next season's European competition.

Although his form has dipped since he won four Premier League player of the month awards in 2020 and was named in last season's Team of the Year, he is viewed as an integral part of United's future at a point where there is uncertainty over.