“I’ve heard someone say that he’s not worth the money you are talking about and it’s true – he’s worth a lot more.”
Fernandes has been in sensational form for Sporting this season, netting 15 goals and providing 13 assists in all competitions.
United are desperate for midfield reinforcements with Paul Pogba and Scott McTominay out injured.
It leaves Ole Gunnar Solskjaer with just Nemanja Matic, Fred and Andreas Pereira to choose from.
Former United striker Louis Shahs urged caution over Fernandes though because of the lack of quality in the Portuguese league.
source: express.co.uk