Old Trafford is once again in turmoil, and this time the storm has been triggered by Manchester United captain Matheus Cunha. In a stunning revelation, Cunha has reportedly issued the board a blunt ultimatum: sell Bruno Fernandes in the January transfer window and bring Marcus Rashford back, or he will walk away from the club.

The Brazilian forward left no room for interpretation with his words: “Either Fernandes goes and Rashford returns, or I’m leaving. I can’t keep dealing with this. If the board refuses to act in January, then my time here is done.”

Cunha’s statement has sent shockwaves through the fanbase. Having already won over supporters with his work rate and leadership, he now appears to have run out of patience with Fernandes, whom he believes is blocking the team’s progress. Reports suggest Cunha sees Rashford’s return as the key to restoring both identity and unity within the squad, with the academy graduate seen as a symbol of the club’s DNA.

The reaction online was immediate and intense. Some fans applauded Cunha for voicing frustrations many have silently shared, insisting Fernandes has become a liability. Others, however, argued that no individual should hold the club hostage with threats, warning that ultimatums can tear a dressing room apart.

One supporter declared: “Cunha nailed it. Bruno has been given too many chances, and he’s dragging us down. Rashford should be back where he belongs.” Another fired back: “This is dangerous. No player should dictate terms like this—harmony matters more than personal demands.”

Regardless of the divide, the message is clear: Cunha has forced the Manchester United hierarchy into a corner. Standing by Fernandes could mean losing their captain, while siding with Cunha could spark a massive shake-up, including the controversial sale of their current leader and the emotional gamble of welcoming Rashford home.