Marcus Rashford has ignited speculation among Manchester United fans with a cryptic message to Bruno Fernandes, suggesting a potential farewell. This comes amid ongoing rumors of Fernandes’ possible departure following a challenging season under Erik ten Hag.
Rashford, who recently returned from injury as a substitute in United’s 3-2 victory over Newcastle, marked his 400th appearance for the club. The academy graduate has scored 131 goals and provided 64 assists since his debut, with many of those assists involving Fernandes, who joined from Sporting Lisbon in 2020.
Despite their strong partnership, United’s disappointing season has fueled rumors about Fernandes’ future. The team is facing the prospect of missing out on European football next season due to a historically low Premier League finish.
Rashford’s response to Fernandes on social media intensified these rumors. After posting about his milestone, Fernandes commented, “400 more to come.” Rashford’s reply, “It’s been a pleasure sharing the pitch with you bro,” was perceived by many fans as a potential goodbye.
Fernandes’ supportive message might suggest that Rashford is not planning to leave despite a difficult season, in which he has scored only eight goals following a career-best 30-goal campaign in 2022/23. However, Rashford’s seemingly final tone has left fans wondering about the future of their key players.