Bruno Fernandes has reportedly held a ‘long meeting’ with Manchester United chiefs to discuss his future after being linked with a move away from Old Trafford. The Portuguese captain was said to be ready to quit the club after a disappointing season, with the Red Devils sitting eighth in the Premier League table.

The New York Times claim that the expectation is for Fernandes to continue at United after a lengthy meeting was held between the skipper and new decision-makers INEOS, who were represented by Sir Dave Brailsford, Jason Wilcox and Matt Hargreaves.

The 29-year-old and his entourage sat down with the United leadership team at their Carrington training ground last week, where it was made clear to Fernandes that the team will continue to be built around him.

He was seeking clarification over ambitions under Sir Jim Ratcliffe and co, with the playmaker focused on United becoming competitive and competing for titles once again.

Fernandes has asked for evidence that United are moving in the right direction, likely to be in the form of additions to the playing squad over the summer, but a surprise sale has still not been ruled out.

If the Portugal international is not satisfied with the direction that the team is being taken in, or a momentous offer arrives, he could still leave Old Trafford. But the consensus is that Fernandes will continue to see out his contract, which expires in two years’ time.

Source – Man Utd news: Bruno Fernandes holds ‘long meeting’ with INEOS chiefs | Football | Sport | Express.co.uk

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