The United captain resisted a £100m bid from Al-Hilal over the summer after the club's board intimated they were willing to accept the proposal.
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The Manchester Evening News says Fernandes' position may now have changed given United's struggles so far this season.
Al-Hilal are expected to try again, along with several Saudi Pro League rivals, while European Champions League clubs could also be keen given Fernandes won't be Cup-tied.
In the Saudi case, Fernandes knows he can leave United for a contract worth £700,000-a-week - net - when the transfer window reopens in the New Year.