Bruno fernandes man utd transfer news
Bruno Fernandes' transfer to Manchester United!
Here's a summary of the transfer news:
Transfer Details:
- Date: January 30, 2020
- Fee: £67.7 million (initial fee) + £10 million (add-ons)
- Contract: 5-year deal until June 2025
- Position: Attacking midfielder
Background:
Bruno Fernandes was a key player for Sporting CP in Portugal, scoring 33 goals and providing 22 assists in 54 appearances in the 2018-19 season. Manchester United had been tracking him for several months before making a bid in January 2020.
Transfer Saga:
The transfer was not without its drama. Sporting CP initially rejected Manchester United's initial bid of £50 million, citing a release clause of £100 million. However, the two clubs eventually agreed on a fee of £67.7 million, with add-ons taking the total to £77.7 million.
Debut and Impact:
Fernandes made his Manchester United debut on February 1, 2020, in a 4-0 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers. He scored his first goal for the club on February 16, 2020, in a 5-0 win over Club Brugge in the Europa League.
Since his arrival, Fernandes has become a key player for Manchester United, scoring 28 goals and providing 24 assists in 76 appearances. He has formed a strong partnership with Paul Pogba and has been instrumental in the team's success.
Awards and Accolades:
Fernandes has won several individual awards, including:
- Manchester United Player of the Month (February 2020, March 2020, April 2020, August 2020)
- Premier League Player of the Month (February 2020)
- UEFA Europa League Squad of the Season (2019-20)
Overall, Bruno Fernandes' transfer to Manchester United has been a successful one, and he has quickly become a fan favorite at Old Trafford.