Fernandes offers to leave Man Utd to rebuild club

Fernandes has expressed his willingness to leave Manchester United if the club believes his departure could help finance the rebuild required after another disappointing season, culminating in their Europa League final loss to Tottenham Hotspur.

United’s 1-0 defeat in Bilbao on Wednesday, sealed by Brennan Johnson’s decisive goal, added further pain to an already turbulent campaign. The result not only dashed hopes of salvaging silverware but also intensified pressure on both manager Ruben Amorim and key players like Fernandes, who have openly acknowledged the dire need for change at Old Trafford.

Fernandes, who has been a central figure at United since joining from Sporting Lisbon in 2020, made it clear in the post-match interview that he remains loyal to the club—but accepts that football is a business, and difficult decisions may lie ahead.

“I have always been honest. I’ve always said I will be here until the club says to me that it’s time to go,” Fernandes told reporters. “I’m eager to do more, to bring the club back to the great days. But if the club thinks it’s time to part ways—whether it’s to cash in or to rebuild—football is like that. You never know what will happen.”

Fernandes Open to Manchester United Exit to Support Club’s Rebuild

The final in Bilbao was seen as a last opportunity to end a frustrating season on a high note. United’s performance, however, fell flat, and Fernandes admitted the team failed to deliver on the biggest stage.

“We wanted to win more than anything in this final,” he said. “It’s a very sad day because we’ve done some very good things in this competition up until now. But today was the day that really mattered. It was the chance to write our names in Europa League history—but it wasn’t to be. Football can be cruel, and this time it was our turn to suffer.”

Despite Fernandes’s passion and leadership on the pitch, his influence couldn’t prevent another lackluster showing from the team, which has underperformed across all competitions this season.

Fernandes’s candid remarks came just hours after United boss Ruben Amorim similarly offered to walk away from the club without seeking any compensation, should the board feel he’s not the right man to lead the club forward.

Despite the mounting criticism, Fernandes backed his manager, arguing that Amorim still commands the support of the dressing room.

“We [the players] all believe he’s the right man,” said Fernandes. “Yes, results matter, and the manager is judged by them, but we also see the daily work, the structure he’s trying to build, and the positivity he brings. We trust his vision for this team. It will take time, but we believe in what he’s doing.”

Since taking charge in November, Amorim has struggled to turn things around, with United winning just six Premier League matches under his leadership. The club sits 16th in the table—on course for their lowest finish since being relegated in 1974.

As the dust settles on the Europa League campaign, Manchester United now find themselves at a critical juncture. The squad is in urgent need of rejuvenation, the club’s finances are under scrutiny, and key figures like Fernandes could be leveraged to fund a new era.

The Portuguese international’s openness to a possible transfer is not a declaration of disloyalty but a recognition of the club’s broader challenges. At 30, Fernandes remains one of United’s most valuable assets, and his departure could unlock funds to refresh a team that has too often underdelivered.

“On the day the club thinks it’s time to move on, I’ll accept it. I’ve always been clear about that. What matters most is what’s best for Manchester United,” Fernandes added.

For fans, Fernandes’s statements reflect both his professionalism and his deep understanding of the club’s current predicament. Whether he stays or goes, his impact at United is undeniable.

As Manchester United prepare for what promises to be a transformative offseason, decisions regarding the future of Fernandes, Amorim, and several underperforming players will shape the club’s trajectory in the years to come.

One thing is clear: Fernandes wants what every supporter wants—a Manchester United capable of competing for trophies again. Whether he plays a part in that future remains to be seen.

Source- EWN