A Spanish journalist has poured cold water on the suggestions that Real Madrid could make a $116m move for Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes this summer. A report emerged from The Daily Express in the United Kingdom claiming that Real Madrid could look to Fernandes as a potential replacement for Luka Modric should the Croatian depart in the summer.

Manchester United could face a battle on their hands to keep Bruno Fernandes with Real Madrid readying a bid for their club captain, according to reports. It has been a hugely disappointing season for United, but Fernandes is one of few to emerge with credit in the bank for his performances.