Bruno Fernandes 'offered Man United escape route' by former manager - but there's a catch

Fernandes could leave United in January via a foreign club clause worth £54m, with AC Milan and former manager Amorim a potential destination, but his £8.54m annual salary is a major obstacle.

Bruno Fernandes has been dropped by Manchester United manager Michael Carrick after criticising tactics following the 4-1 defeat to Como. Benched for the 3-0 loss to Bournemouth, Fernandes has also drawn attention for liking social media posts suggesting discontent. With his contract expiring next summer and the club holding an extension option, a January exit may now be possible.

According to Italian reports, AC Milan and former United manager Ruben Amorim represent a potential destination. Fernandes' contract contains a foreign club clause allowing him to leave the Premier League for around £54 million. However, Milan would struggle with both the transfer fee and his reported £8.54 million annual salary, likely requiring significant compromise from both parties.

Amorim managed Fernandes during his brief United tenure, deploying him as a deep-lying midfielder in a 3-4-3 formation. Fernandes contributed 20 goals and 19 assists in 59 matches under the Portuguese manager. At Milan, he would operate further forward, behind fellow Portuguese Goncalo Ramos. Amorim has insisted he remains focused on Milan while maintaining his affection for United.