Bruno Fernandes in Tears After Manchester United Axe Teammate’s Contract Following Europa League Final Defeat
Bruno Fernandes was left in tears after Manchester United swiftly terminated a teammate’s contract in the aftermath of their 1-0 loss to Tottenham Hotspur in the 2025 UEFA Europa League final.
The decision, made just hours after the disappointing night in Bilbao, added to the heartbreak for the squad.
Pain in Bilbao
Tottenham secured their first major title in 17 years with a 42nd-minute goal from Brennan Johnson, whose shot deflected off Luke Shaw and past André Onana.
Despite dominating possession and firing 14 shots, United couldn’t break through—a familiar theme in their frustrating campaign.
Fernandes Reacts Emotionally
The next morning, Fernandes revealed he was devastated by the news that the club had released a player who had been heavily criticized for his display in the final.
“I broke down when I heard they’d already terminated his contract because of what happened,” Fernandes reportedly said. “None of us wanted it to end like this.”
Another Letdown in a Difficult Season
The final loss capped a turbulent season for United, marked by inconsistent performances and a lack of silverware.
The abrupt contract termination signals the board’s intent to act decisively in reshaping the squad for the upcoming campaign.
Rebuilding Ahead
With a critical summer ahead, Manchester United must regroup and refocus. The emotional fallout following the final illustrates just how high the stakes are—and how deeply decisions at the top impact those on the pitch.
