Why I rejected big money offer from Saudi Arabia — Bruno Fernandes opens up

Bruno Fernandes has opened up about turning down a tempting move to Al-Hilal to stay with Manchester United this summer. The Saudi Pro League side made a strong push to sign the midfielder ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup, but their efforts fell short.

Speaking at a press conference alongside Portugal boss Roberto Martinez before their UEFA Nations League semi-final against Germany on Wednesday, Fernandes addressed Al-Hilal’s failed bid. The United captain shared key details about the transfer saga, saying,

“There was that possibility. The president of Al-Hilal called me a month ago to ask me about it. There was a waiting period for me to think about the future.”He continued,

“As I have always said, I would be willing to do it if Manchester United thought so. I spoke to coach Ruben Amorim, who, throughout that period, was very annoying to me not to go! The club said they would not be willing to sell me, only if I wanted to leave. It was a very ambitious proposal.

"The president was a fantastic person. We never discussed the amount [initially]. With my agent, of course.”Fernandes also revealed personal considerations played a big role. “Then, I spoke to my wife and family, and she asked me what my personal goals were in my career.

“But I want to maintain myself at the highest level, playing in the big competitions, and I feel capable of it,” he said.details on Al-Hilal's offerother Saudi Pro League transfersmore engaging quotes

Fernandes will now be a big part of the rebuild under Amorim, which has already started with Matheus Cunha's arrival from Wolves.