Man Utd ahead of Arsenal for Mateus Fernandes amid Real Madrid interest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Manchester United has reportedly taken the lead over Arsenal in the pursuit of West Ham United midfielder Mateus Fernandes, who is leaving the club after its relegation to the Championship. United aims to meet West Ham's £80 million valuation, while Arsenal is unwilling to do so. This development follows a request from Jose Mourinho at Real Madrid for the club to consider signing Fernandes. Last season, Fernandes made 38 league appearances, scoring five goals and providing four assists. United has already signed Ederson from Atalanta and may add another midfielder, depending on the fate of Manuel Ugarte.
- •Mateus Fernandes is set to leave West Ham after relegation.
- •West Ham values Fernandes at £80 million for a potential sale.
- •Manchester United is reportedly confident in securing Fernandes.
- •Arsenal has been pursuing Fernandes but is reluctant to meet the asking price.
- •United has already signed Ederson this summer.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Man Utd leading Arsenal in transfer race but face Real Madrid battle
"Man Utd are reportedly ahead of Arsenal in the race to sign West Ham United midfielder Mateus Fernandes, but could now face a battle with Real Madrid in the summer transfer window.Fernandes is set to ...
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