Ruben Amorim breaks silence on Bruno Fernandes transfer with clear Man Utd message

Ruben Amorim has said he understands the transfer speculation surrrounding but wants to keep the Portugal star at Old Trafford. Speculation has mounted on the talisman following a difficult season for the club.

, but Amorim was clear in wanting to retain the services of his captain. Al-Hilal are said to be ready to lodge a significant offer for United's top goalscorer.

Fernandes, 30, has recorded 19 goals and 18 assists this season despite the Red Devils dwelling near the bottom of the and played a key role in the club reaching the semi-final. The midfielder saw but eventually , with an option for a further year, in August.

And Amorim would loathe to lose a key player as he attempts to transform United's fortune. The United head coach has already for at the end of the season, and was again reaffirmed his commitment to keeping Fernandes at the club on Wednesday.

"I think it is easy to understand that [transfer speculation], not just because of the numbers but the way he plays," said Amorim in his.

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"He is a top player and we need to top players. He is a leader, the captain.

"It is natural that people want Bruno, but we want to keep him. He is one of the top players of the ."

Earlier in his Manchester United tenure, Amorim . The 40-year-old boss was asked about those comments with the club now on the verge of the Europa League final.

"I think you have to see the quotes in the moment, so things can change. If you look to the Premier League, since I arrive, we are the worst team since I arrived.

"At the end of this season, we can be the worst team in Premier League history with a European title. This season has been really disappointing for everyone, but nothing is going to change. In that moment, sometimes I have to think a little bit more."

Alejandro Garnacho also faced the media and had little issue with his manager's comments. The young winger is simply focused on earning a spot in the .

"We know that we are not doing a great job in the Premier League. But the manager said before that we have followed the rules and tomorrow is a final, and we will face it like it is 0-0.

"If we win the Europa League, we will be in the Champions League and we will face next season with a different mentality and in a different way."

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