“We didn’t wish it to end like this.”
Those were the emotional words of Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes this morning as he broke down in tears following the shock contract termination of one of the club’s most senior players. The heartbreaking decision, confirmed by the board in the early hours, has left the dressing room devastated and fans stunned.
Reports from inside Old Trafford indicate that manager Ruben Amorim decided the player did not fit into his tactical plans for the 2024/25 season. Despite hopes that he’d have one more chance to fight for his place during pre-season, the club moved swiftly to part ways — a decision some teammates have described as “cold” and “far too soon.”
The player, whose name is being withheld as he processes the news, was a vital part of the club’s ambitions over the years. Memorable goals, decisive assists, and an unwavering commitment to the badge defined his career at United, making this abrupt farewell all the more difficult.
A visibly emotional Fernandes spoke to reporters after training:
“I cried so hard this morning. He didn’t deserve this kind of ending. We shared the pitch, the dressing room, the victories and the losses… and now he’s just gone. We didn’t wish it to end like this. We didn’t even get to say goodbye properly.”
While the player himself has yet to speak publicly, an outpouring of tributes has already flooded social media. Fans have hailed him as a “warrior,” a “true Red,” and a “champion through and through.”
FAREWELL, CHAMPION 🙏👏
THANK YOU FOR THOSE WONDERFUL MOMENTS 👏👏
You may be gone from the club, but you’ll never be forgotten by the fans. 💔
