Decision made: Man Utd star told he is untouchable despite £56.5m release clause

Manchester United have made a huge statement ahead of what promises to be a crucial summer window.

According to The Sun, Man United have told Bruno Fernandes that they do not want to sell him this summer under any circumstances.

INEOS are said to have made it clear that they view Fernandes as the centrepiece of a new era at Old Trafford.

Fernandes reportedly has a release clause of £56.5 million in his current contract that can be triggered by an overseas club.

The 31-year-old has arguably been the standout player in the Premier League this season.

He has delivered a stunning return of eight goals and 18 assists in just 30 appearances.

He has already surpassed the club record for most assists in a single season previously held by David Beckham (15).

The Portuguese playmaker now stands just two assists away from matching the all-time record for most assists in a single English top-flight campaign.

With five matches still to play, Fernandes looks increasingly likely to eclipse the legendary benchmark set by Kevin De Bruyne and Thierry Henry.

The Red Devils captain is the heartbeat of this team, and replacing his influence would be an almost impossible task.

While creative stars like Cole Palmer are linked with a move to Old Trafford, they are not yet at the level of Fernandes.

This appears to be a smart and decisive move from INEOS, who have firmly underlined Fernandes’ importance to their long-term project.

The former Sporting CP star is settled in Manchester, and it would come as a major shock if he chose to leave.

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Article written by Sanidhya Bhardwaj .