Bruno Fernandes: Man United 'wasting window on deal' says fan
Manchester United fans are convinced Jesse Lingard put in an impressive performance against Tranmere due to the transfer rumours surrounding Bruno Fernandes. The Red Devils went in 5-0 up at half time against Tranmere. Lingard, Harry Maguire, Diogo Dalot, Phil Jones and Anthony Martial scored in the first half.
We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy Policy
“Who is Bruno Fernandes in this game when you have Jesse Lingard?” agreed a fellow United fan.
Another said: “Breaking News: @ManUtd have pulled out of the Fernandes deal as they belive Lingard is back.
“New 5 year contract will be announced after the game. Shows exactly what this club has become.”
United are hoping to sign Sporting star Fernandes before the transfer window shuts on Friday night (11pm).
A lot has been made of United’s proposed move for the Portugal international, 25, with Sky Sports reporter Dharmesh Sheth claiming the deal is waiting to be done.
“There are very different things coming out of Lisbon and in England,” Sheth said on the Transfer Talk podcast.
Man Utd transfer news: Bruno Fernandes could join (Image: GETTY)
“In Lisbon, up until now, the message was a real positive one.
“The information from there now is that the move to Manchester United looks as far away as it’s ever been and it’s a £10m difference between what United are offering and Sporting Lisbon’s valuation.
“All along, reports in Portugal had been how close this deal was to getting done.
“Let’s look at the United side now because it’s been very, very quiet.
“That’s the one consistent thing, it’s been very quiet throughout the whole of these negotiations.
Trending
“But now, in contrast to what’s coming out of Lisbon, we’re told from that end that there is a deal there still to be done and all avenues of communication remain open, despite reports to the contrary coming out of Lisbon saying talks have now stalled.
“Let’s make no mistake about this - United want Bruno Fernandes, Bruno Fernandes wants Manchester United. Still, of course, no agreement.
“The feeling that United are getting is that Sporting Lisbon are using the media to put pressure on them to get a deal over the line.”