Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has spoken candidly about his long-term career plans, revealing that he would like to play in Spain or Italy once his journey at Old Trafford reaches its conclusion. The Portuguese midfielder, widely regarded as United’s most influential player in recent seasons, confirmed that there was uncertainty around his future during the last transfer window, with the club open to offers following interest from Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal.
Despite that uncertainty, Bruno chose to stay, citing loyalty to Manchester United and in-depth conversations with head coach Ruben Amorim that reassured him about his role as a leader within the squad. While he remains fully committed to the club at present, Fernandes acknowledged that he has always been open about his desire to test himself in another elite European league later in his career.
Speaking in an interview with Portuguese broadcaster Canal 11, Bruno explained that his decision to stay depends on feeling valued. He stated that if there ever comes a moment when he feels he is no longer fully wanted, he would have an honest conversation with the club about moving on. Looking ahead, the midfielder highlighted Spain as an attractive destination because he has never played there, while Italy holds a special place due to both professional ambition and personal connections.
Fernandes also spoke warmly about his ties to Italy, noting that his daughter was born there and that his family has fond memories of life in the country. The opportunity to represent an Italian club competing for major honours, combined with those personal links, makes Serie A a particularly appealing option for the future. For now, however, Bruno remains focused on leading Manchester United, even as he keeps an open mind about what the next phase of his career could bring.