Despite criticism of his on-field antics and his suitability as the club's skipper, the Portugal international has been fundamental to Man United ever since arriving from Sporting Lisbon in January 2020.
Fernandes has come up with 79 goals and 64 assists in 230 matches for Man United across all competitions, including 15 goals and 11 assists from 45 outings in the current campaign.
The 29-year-old was promoted to permanent captain last summer after Harry Maguire was stripped of the armband, and he still has two years left to run on his contract, which also includes the option for a further 12 months.
However, Fernandes's efforts this season have mostly gone unrewarded, as Man United finished bottom of their Champions League group and cannot qualify for next year's edition as they languish in seventh spot in the Premier League table.
Ten Hag: 'Fernandes will definitely stay at Man United'The Portuguese playmaker could still captain the Red Devils to FA Cup glory as they prepare to face Manchester City in the final for the second year running, but he recently fuelled speculation that he could be on his way out.
Fernandes stressed that he would not decide his future until after Euro 2024, but he left the door open to a possible exit, admitting that he had to «think» about potentially not playing in the Premier League next season.
However, speaking to the press ahead of Monday's trip to Crystal Palace, Ten Hag said that Fernandes's quotes had been taken out of context, and he believes that the midfielder is «very happy» at Old Trafford.
Asked if he wanted to keep Fernandes at the club,
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