Manchester United loses bid for West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes to Tottenham
Manchester United had identified West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes as a priority signing and were prepared to exceed £60 million, after securing goalkeeper Ederson. West Ham value Fernandes at £80‑85 million, and Tottenham Hotspur have offered a comparable amount, putting them ahead of United in the race.
Reports indicate Tottenham are in advanced talks with West Ham and are close to agreeing personal terms with the 21‑year‑old Portuguese midfielder. United's pursuit has stalled, prompting the club to keep other targets such as Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott and Real Madrid’s Aurelien Tchouameni under consideration.
No official bids have been confirmed, and the situation remains fluid, but current momentum favors Tottenham to complete the transfer.