Fernandes would join a club that presently leads the Saudi Pro League, seven points ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr.

Jorge Jesus’ squad already includes former Chelsea defender Kalidou Koulibaly, former Fulham player Aleksander Mitrovic, and Brazilian superstar Neymar.

Despite failing to register the former Barcelona and PSG star, who damaged his anterior cruciate ligament while on international service.

Fernandes joined Manchester United in January 2020 and has 215 appearances for the club, scoring 71 goals.

Fernandes celebrated winning his first trophy with Manchester United last season

Fernandes celebrates winning his first trophy with Manchester United last season.

Last season, he won his first major honor with the club, helping Erik ten Hag’s team defeat Newcastle in the Carabao Cup Final.

The midfielder took over as captain of the team from Harry Maguire at the start of the current season, and he still has a chance to win the FA Cup for the Red Devils this year.

Ten Hag’s team will face either Bristol City or Nottingham Forest in the fifth round of the championship, the club’s last chance to win some silverware.