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Man United Pauses Fernandes Deal, Targets Ederson Signing

6/4/2026

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Manchester United has paused contract talks with Bruno Fernandes as it focuses on summer signings.
Fernandes is in the final year of his £250,000-a-week deal, which carries a 12-month extension option, a £55 million release clause, and a league-record 21 assists in 2025-26.
Co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe said United will complete signings such as a near-£35 million deal for Atalanta midfielder Ederson before reopening Fernandes talks by the end of 2026.

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Manchester United has paused contract talks with Bruno Fernandes as it focuses on summer signings.
Fernandes is in the final year of his £250,000-a-week deal, which carries a 12-month extension option, a £55 million release clause, and a league-record 21 assists in 2025-26.
Co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe said United will complete signings such as a near-£35 million deal for Atalanta midfielder Ederson before reopening Fernandes talks by the end of 2026.