Manchester United standout Bruno Fernandes shared a meal with his ex-teammate Juan Mata at the Cibo Italian restaurant in Hale Village. Mata, aged 34, sported a notably different appearance with a freshly shaved hairstyle. The duo was observed enjoying lunch together.

Juan Mata, who currently plays for Vissel Kobe, underwent a significant change in his look after being released following Manchester United’s challenging Premier League season.

The 34-year-old, formerly with Chelsea, is currently without a club, and there is reported interest from Leeds and Al-Halil in securing his services.

Notably, the restaurant has seen visits from Manchester United CEO Richard Arnold, who was previously seen dining there with former CEO David Gill in June. Despite a subpar season, the club acknowledges the importance of the 29-year-old Bruno Fernandes’s creative contributions.