Manchester United football director explains why Bruno Fernandes was offered big money contract
Bruno Fernandes has signed a five year contract with Manchester United worth around £220,000 a week, with the Red Devils having the option of extending for another year.
Explaining why Fernandes was offered a new deal, Manchester United 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.”
The Portugal international has contributed 49 goals and 39 assists in just 117 games for United.