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Bruno Fernandes tipped for 'perfect' Real Madrid transfer after failed Saudi Arabia move

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<p>Former United assistant manager Meulensteen has claimed Fernandes would be the "perfect" addition to Real Madrid's squad this summer after a move to the Saudi Pro League failed to materialise.</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>The Portugal international was the subject of interest from Saudi Arabia shortly after the Red Devils lost the Europa League final, ending their hopes of Champions League football for the 2025-26 campaign. However, Fernandes ultimately decided to reject the lucrative contract on offer and remains a United player. Real Madrid have not been linked with a move for the 30-year-old, but Meulensteen believes he would be a great signing for Xabi Alonso.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>Speaking to <a href="https://yaysweepstakes.com/" target="_blank">YaySweepstakes.com</a>, Meulensteen said: "Bruno Fernandes is a family man and might not have wanted to move them all so far away to Saudi, but if Real Madrid had come knocking? I think it would’ve been a different story. </p><p>"It would’ve been interesting to see if he would want to leave, players all want to play at the very highest level and win the biggest trophies. </p><p>"Real Madrid have a very, very good team for next season and I think he’d play the perfect role in it. Okay, you can go to Saudi and earn substantial money, but I think his family values kept him from that move."</p>

WHAT MEULENSTEEN SAID

<p>United are looking to strengthen their squad after a finish of 15th in the Premier League last season. Matheus Cunha has already arrived from Wolves, while Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo is another major target.</p>

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Former Manchester United assistant coach Rene Meulensteen has claimed Bruno Fernandes would be &quot;perfect&quot; for Real Madrid.

Bruno Fernandes tipped for &apos;perfect&apos; Real Madrid transfer after failed Saudi Arabia move

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