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One player Manchester United cannot do without is Bruno Fernandes, and that was clearly on show during last week’s famous Anfield triumph.

Despite having a quiet second half, he came up with a breathtaking first-time cross that was met by Harry Maguire for the winner.

Not many players can pull off that technique flawlessly, but the club captain is not just an ordinary player, he is truly world-class.

INEOS will be delighted that the 31-year-old stayed at Old Trafford despite Al-Hilal’s mega summer offer and interest from Al-Nassr.

But the danger is not over yet, with BBC Sport‘s Simon Stone revealing that the midfield maestro’s current deal has a release clause worth €65 million which can be triggered by clubs outside England.

A move to the cash-rich Saudi Pro League is not on the ex-Sporting CP star’s mind but another European journey could be on the cards. “Fernandes knows the rumours about his future won’t go away,” the journalist wrote on X (formerly Twitter).

"Fernandes knows the rumours about his future won't go away. Sources close to him have previously told BBC Sport he has no wish to move to Saudi Arabia next summer...