Bruno Fernandes scores a stunning goal for Portugal amid Manchester United’s uncertain future

Bruno Fernandes proved just how important he is to Portugal with a stunning goal to help them to a 4-2 win over Finland.

The Manchester United captain scored twice in Tuesday night’s friendly, his first in the 55th minute, seeing him unleash an effort into the top left corner of the net from the edge of the box.

That put Portugal 3-0 up in Lisbon and Fernandes sealed victory with a cool finish after the away side pulled two goals back in quick succession.

Fernandes’ brace comes amid uncertainty over his future at Old Trafford, with Saudi Arabia interested in him.

talkSPORT understands that Fernandes wants to stay at Man United but would like more clarity on his future, with his current contract running until the summer of 2026.

And judging by his performance on Tuesday night, Man United could do well to tie him up.

After Ruben Dias’ header and a Diogo Jota penalty put Roberto Martinez’s side 2-0 up, Fernandes put the home side ahead with his rocket.

The 29-year-old effectively started the move as he cut the ball into the box to find Man United team-mate Diogo Dalot, who then found Goncalo Ramos.

Ramos played it to Francisco Conceicao and, after finding no space between the Finnish defenders, the latter laid it back for Fernandes, who slotted the ball past goalkeeper Lukas Hradecky.

Portugal looked to be home and dry but two goals from former Norwich striker Teemu Pukki in six minutes breathed new life into the contest, but Fernandes restored a cushion for the home side by heading the ball low into the bottom left corner. the first time after being taught by Conceicao.

Cristiano Ronaldo did not take part in the friendly and is yet to meet up with his Portugal teammates as Al Nassr’s season ended later, with the final game taking place last Friday.

Portugal are one of the main contenders to win the tournament in Germany, with Martinez’s men kicking off their campaign on Tuesday 18 June against the Czech Republic. They also face Turkey and Georgia in their group.