Bruno Fernandes has told Sporting CP teammates he's close to leaving.

Manchester United favourites to land the Portugal international.

A Bola says the 24-year-old has informed his club team-mates that a transfer away from Sporting Lisbon is gathering momentum.

Sporting on the other hand are confident they will keep hold of their prized asset.

The club intend to play Fernandes against Benfica in the Supertaca on Sunday.