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Manchester United transfer news: Bruno Fernandes will only sign new deal if Paul Pogba does

Paul Pogba
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Bruno Fernandes will commit his future to Manchester United if Paul Pogba signs a new contract, according to reports.

The France international, who has a deal at Old Trafford until 2022, has been linked with Juventus, Real Madrid and PSG in recent months.

Fernandes inspired a late-season rally that saw Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side secure a top-four finish last term.

Fernandes’ value has risen substantially since he moved to Old Trafford, and United want to protect their investment.

They are willing to offer him a deal which would double his current wage, thought to be in the region of £100,000 per week.

But the 26-year-old’s priority is to win trophies, and he believes Pogba is essential to the club’s chances of picking up silverware.

As such, Fernandes will only commit his future to United if his colleague stays put, as he does not believe Solskjaer’s side will be capable of winning the Premier League title without Pogba.

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