Manchester United Champions League race: What Ruben Amorim needs to challenge for top four after Bruno Fernandes exit

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Manchester United attacking midfielder Bruno Fernandes could be heading for the exit door, and Sports Mole analyses what the club need to challenge for European football.

Manchester United will reportedly need to be braced for life without Bruno Fernandes next season, with the Portuguese star a candidate to leave.

The Portuguese playmaker is of interest to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal, who are said to be willing to spend in the region of £100m to secure his services.

Fernandes has arguably been the team's best player, and sanctioning an exit could be detrimental to the Red Devils' chances of securing European football next season.

However, Ruben Amorim may have no option but to sell his captain if he wishes to fund a summer rebuild given United are reportedly under severe financial pressure.

Here, Sports Mole analyses how Amorim might use the funds generated from Fernandes's sale to help improve his squad, and to challenge for a spot in the Champions League in 2025-26.

Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes on May 22, 2025© Iconsport

Replacing Fernandes


Midfield revamp

Defensive concerns

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