Manchester United may soon have a familiar face walking through the doors at Carrington — one that shares more than just a Portuguese passport with their captain.
Nelson Semedo, now a free agent after his Wolves contract expired, has made it known he’s ready to pack his bags for a new adventure.
And no, this isn’t a case of lost luggage — it’s a clear signal. The 31-year-old defender has told Wolves boss Vitor Pereira that after five years at Molineux, it’s time to move on.
“He said to me that maybe it’s time, after five years here, to find another challenge and I understand,” Pereira admitted.
Of course, eyebrows were raised when Semedo posted celebratory photos after Portugal’s Nations League win in June. Among the congratulatory comments? One from Bruno Fernandes, who called Semedo his “partner in crime.”
United fans, sharpen your sleuthing skills — this clue might be more than just friendly banter.
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While Wolves had hoped to keep Semedo and even tabled a four-year deal, the lack of commitment forced their hand.
Pre-season is ticking, and waiting for Semedo has started to feel like waiting for a VAR decision at full-time — tense, slow, and ultimately frustrating.
United, meanwhile, are in the market for experience in defense. With Semedo available on a free and Bruno already rolling out the welcome mat on Instagram, the stars may be aligning.
A move could also help Ruben Amorim strengthen depth at right-back without breaking the bank — or Financial Fair Play.
Pereira, speaking with clarity, said: “We need to look for our club. We need to look for our future. This is the time to find a good solution.” That solution may lie in letting go of Semedo officially and preparing for life without him.
As for Semedo? He’s training alone, contract unsigned, and future wide open. Maybe the next time Bruno calls him “partner in crime,” it’ll be in a Manchester United jersey.
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