Bruno Fernandes is prepared to bid farewell to Manchester United in the FA Cup final.

According to SunSport, the Red Devils captain is contemplating a move this summer following a tenure of four and a half seasons at Old Trafford.

Fernandes startled United earlier this month when he hinted that he might leave for a new challenge following the Euros.

The FA Cup final could be Bruno Fernandes’ final appearance in a Man Utd shirt

The Portugal playmaker could prolong his career beyond the Premier League’s rigors in a less competitive league and in sunnier climes at the age of 29.

Potential candidates will abound, as clubs originating from Saudi Arabia are anticipated to express interest.

Fernandes was injured and therefore unable to attend both Sunday’s 1-0 home loss to Arsenal and the 4-0 humiliation at Crystal Palace.

The midfielder is in intense competition to recover in time to face Newcastle on Wednesday, as Erik ten Hag’s eighth-placed squad vies for a European berth.

United trail the Toon Army and Chelsea by three points with two Premier League matches remaining.

The Red Devils have a daunting journey to Wembley on May 25 for the cup final against their local rivals City, following which they will travel to Brighton on the final day.

It is generally agreed that Fernandes was United’s most valuable acquisition since the departure of Sir Alex Ferguson.

Since joining the club from Sporting Lisbon in January 2020 for a transfer fee of £55 million, he has accumulated 230 appearances with 79 goals and 62 assists in his fifth season.

April 2022 saw the signing of a new contract by Fernandes, which could last until 2027.

Rio Ferdinand, a legend at Manchester United, believes that Fernandes is among the few players who will challenge the underperforming Old Trafford champions following their fourteenth league loss of the season.

Ferdinand stated to talkSPORT, “I am aware that Bruno draws attention to matters and recruits young players. Whether or not you believe he executes himself properly when he is on the pitch; he may also irritate some individuals.

“However, considering United’s performance in their last two contests, which was lackluster, he is irreplaceable for that group.”

“He generates opportunities and enhances the reputation of his teammates.” However, it would be him who would be engaging in conversation and gathering others.