Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has rejected a second contract offer from the club. The Portugal midfielder's current deal is set to expire at the end of the season.
The club has the option to activate a 12-month extension, which would keep the 32-year-old at Old Trafford until 2028. United has been in discussions with Fernandes' representatives in recent months to extend his existing deal.
Sources have indicated that Fernandes turned down the club's second proposal. If a new deal is not agreed, United is almost certain to trigger the 12-month extension before 1 January. This would allow Fernandes to sign a pre-contract agreement with foreign clubs as his contract would be within six months of expiring.
The rejection comes amid changes at the club, following Michael Carrick's sacking as head coach on Thursday. USA coach Mauricio Pochettino is expected to take over, with his first match reportedly set for 22 November against Liverpool.