Key Takeaways:
- Tottenham have set their sights on West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes, with the Hammers demanding £80 million for the 21-year-old
- Manchester United have made Fernandes their top priority in midfield, while PSG and Real Madrid are also interested
- Fernandes featured in every Premier League match for West Ham last season, recording five goals and five assists in 42 appearances across all competitions
Tottenham Step Up Interest in Fernandes Amid Multiple Suitors
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly considering a move for West Ham’s Mateus Fernandes, adding fresh competition for the highly rated midfielder. The Hammers have valued the 21-year-old Portuguese star at £80 million, as the Spurs head coach intensifies efforts to secure his signature.
Spurs continue to monitor Newcastle United’s Sandro Tonali, but face intense competition for the Italian international. With Manchester City also emerging as major contenders for Tonali, Fernandes has quickly become a primary target for several top clubs.
🚨🚨| BREAKING: Tottenham are among the clubs interested in signing Mateus Fernandes from West Ham United.
Interest in the midfielder is separate to Spurs’ pursuit of Sandro Tonali, with Roberto De Zerbi understood to be a driving force behind the admiration.
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Growing Interest Across Europe and the Premier League
Manchester United have placed Fernandes at the top of their shortlist as they negotiate transfer fees and personal terms in their search for a new midfield partner to support Kobbie Mainoo. Elliot Anderson had previously been on United’s radar, but negotiations have stalled due to his significant price tag.
Heavyweight European sides are also entering the fray. Paris Saint-Germain, reigning European champions, and five-time Champions League winners Real Madrid are both tracking the Portuguese international’s situation, further intensifying the competition for his signature.
West Ham’s Financial Targets and Fernandes’ Transfer Clauses
With West Ham set to play Championship football next season, the east London club is tasked with raising £150 million. Fernandes, who joined the Hammers from Southampton for £38 million in August, stands out as one of their most valuable assets. Should a transfer occur, Southampton are entitled to a 15 per cent share of the profit, as stipulated in the sell-on clause.
Fernandes’ Contract and Performance Stats
Fernandes’ contract at West Ham runs until 2030 and does not include a release clause, giving the Hammers greater leverage in negotiations. The midfielder lifted two Portuguese titles during his spell at Sporting and has established himself as a consistent performer for West Ham, starting every Premier League match in the previous campaign. Across 42 appearances in all competitions last season, he contributed five goals and five assists as the Hammers fought to avoid relegation.
Manchester United’s Transfer Strategy and Squad Building
Michael Carrick, tasked with shaping Manchester United’s midfield, is spearheading the drive to sign Fernandes this summer. United have already secured an agreement with Atalanta’s Ederson on a deal valued at up to £39 million, as they seek to reinforce their options in the centre of the park.
International Scene
Despite a productive season, Fernandes was omitted from Roberto Martinez’s Portugal squad for the trip to North America for the 2026 World Cup campaign.
