Manchester United could lose captain Bruno Fernandes this summer, with reports emerging that the Portuguese midfielder has an exit clause in his contract that has attracted interest from several top European clubs.


Transfermarkt report that the clause is active this summer, and United are bracing for the possibility that Fernandes will seek a move away from Old Trafford. The 31-year-old has been United's best player for several seasons but the club's continued struggles — they sit outside the top four in the Premier League — are understood to be frustrating him.


Liverpool have been linked with a move for Inter Milan striker Marcus Thuram in a separate story, with Michael Edwards reportedly working on what could be a big summer at Anfield following the confirmation that Mohamed Salah will leave at the end of the season.


United face significant rebuilding work ahead of the summer window regardless of the Fernandes situation.