Bruno wants to stay, and of course, if United agree to extend his contract, they’ll have to increase his salary.
Given what Bruno has shown in recent times, don’t you think even £400,000 per week would be well deserved?
Here’s why many fans and analysts feel £400k/week is completely fair:
2025/26 season (as of mid-February 2026): Bruno remains one of the top goal + assist contributors in the Premier League despite United’s inconsistent form.
He plays almost every minute, rarely gets injured (only minor issues), takes penalties, set pieces, and is the emotional and tactical leader on the pitch.
Without Bruno, United’s attack often collapses – especially with Rasmus Højlund still inconsistent, Garnacho up and down, and Amad Diallo not yet ready to carry the team.
Bruno is effectively the on-pitch captain (even if the armband officially goes to Casemiro or others).
Comparison to other top earners (estimated 2026):
Kevin De Bruyne (Man City): ~£400–420k/week
Mohamed Salah (Liverpool): ~£400–450k/week (if he extends)
Erling Haaland (Man City): £500k+/week
Bruno Fernandes (current): £300k → if raised to £400k, he’d still be in the top 10–12 highest-paid players in the Premier League.
Considering Bruno’s consistent output (rarely a season below 10 goals + 10 assists in the last 5 years at United), £400,000 per week isn’t excessive — in fact, it could even be seen as a bargain given the value he brings both on the pitch and in terms of leadership/spirit.
The real issue for United:
INEOS is trying to control the overall wage bill to comply with PSR and Financial Fair Play rules.Raising Bruno to £400k would force them to be very careful with other contracts (Rashford, Casemiro, Shaw, Martinez, etc.).
But if they don’t increase his salary and keep him at £300k, there’s a real risk Bruno receives massive offers from Saudi Pro League clubs (£400–600k/week easily) or top European sides looking for a captain/creative hub.
Short conclusion:
£400,000 per week for Bruno Fernandes right now is absolutely deserved, and arguably still a “good deal” if he maintains his current level for another 2–3 years.
The real question isn’t “is it worth it?” but whether United are willing to pay it — and whether they have the vision to keep the heart and soul of the team or risk losing another key figure like Bruno to rivals.
What do you think is the fairest salary for Bruno if he extends? £350k, £400k, or even higher?