India, Dec. 31 -- Manchester United could be forced into a defining decision over their captain after Bruno Fernandes revealed he believed the club were willing to sell him in the summer, triggering fresh January speculation.

Football insider reported United were prepared to accept an enormous bid following Fernandes' comments, with Saudi Pro League interest being framed as the key pressure point.

Feranandes, 31, said he felt United wanted to leave him when Al-Hilal explored a move in the last window, describing the moment as one where he sensed the culb were open to cashing in. United have since insisted he remains part of their plans.

The Portugal playmaker also indicated any future would need to make sense beyond money, citing famil...