Bruno Fernandes could be 'blacklisted' from Saudi Pro League if agent breaks key rule

Fernandes has been linked with a move to Saudi Arabia in recent weeks, as the Gulf state looks to add more world-class talent to the Saudi Pro League.

According to Spanish outlet Fichajes, Saudi clubs are planning a 'super' offer worth €100 million (£87 million), which they will look to table as early as the upcoming summer transfer window.

Losing Fernandes would be a significant blow for Erik ten Hag's side, although the funds raised would be a major boost in alleviating FFP concerns.

However, Ten Hag would have to appoint a second captain in the space of a season if he is still in charge at Old Trafford in the event of a Fernandes sale, with the Portuguese midfielder replacing Harry Maguire in the role at the beginning of this term.

In July, the New York Times claimed that there was a list of rules in place for Saudi clubs when it came to doing transfer business in the summer.

One of those rules was that any player commanding an annual salary of more than $3 million (£2.29 million), such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar and all the Premier League players that completed moves to the nation last summer, would have to be approved by the league.