The rumor mill is spinning rapidly today, December 17, 2025, following a "bombshell" interview from Bruno Fernandes that has put Bayern Munich on high alert.
While the Manchester United captain remains a central figure under Ruben Amorim, his recent comments suggesting he felt "hurt" and "pushed out" by the club's board last summer have reignited interest from the Bavarian giants.
The "Bombshell" Interview
In a sit-down with Portuguese outlet Canal 11 yesterday, Fernandes revealed that United's hierarchy seemed willing to sanction his sale to the Saudi Pro League last summer:
"From the club's side, I felt a bit like, 'If you leave, it's not so bad for us.' It hurts me a lot... I give my all, and then you see things around you, players who don't value the club as much."
Why Bayern Munich are Monitoring the Situation
Bayern’s interest is not new—they were reportedly one of the clubs (alongside PSG and Inter) that made a move for him in 2024 before he signed his contract extension. Here is why a move to Germany is back on the cards:
The Release Clause: Fernandes reportedly has a £56m–£57m release clause in his contract that becomes active in the Summer of 2026. However, if United decide to cash in early due to the current friction, Bayern could strike in January.
The "Amirion" Tension: While Amorim reportedly fought to keep Fernandes, the player’s public criticism of the board has reportedly "annoyed" United chiefs, creating a rift that Bayern could exploit.
The Veteran Presence: Vincent Kompany is said to be a "big admirer" of Bruno’s availability and leadership. Despite having Jamal Musiala and Lennart Karl, Bayern view Fernandes as a world-class "ready-now" winner to help them reclaim European dominance.
Will he leave in January?
Most insiders believe a summer exit is more likely, especially as Fernandes has stated he wants to lead Portugal into the 2026 World Cup as a Manchester United player. However, if the relationship with the United board continues to sour, a sensational January move to Munich is no longer being ruled out.