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Manchester United aims to secure Mateus Fernandes amid Tottenham interest

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 8:35 PM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Manchester United aims to secure Mateus Fernandes amid Tottenham interest

Summary

Manchester United is pursuing Mateus Fernandes of West Ham United, who recently dropped to the Championship. United believes they are strong favorites to sign the 21-year-old midfielder with discussions ongoing with his representatives. However, Tottenham Hotspur is also reportedly making strides to sign Fernandes, challenging United's plans. West Ham's asking price is set at a minimum of £80 million, complicating negotiations. United anticipates making an official bid soon, as they seek to leverage Fernandes' preference to join the club for the next season.

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By the Numbers

•Mateus Fernandes prefers to play for Manchester United.
•West Ham's asking price for Fernandes is £80 million.
•Tottenham is competing with United for Fernandes.
•United expects to submit a formal bid soon.
•Fernandes has been in talks with United for several months.

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8:35 PMYahoo Sports — Mateus Fernandes: Why United are “strong favourites” to sign Portuguese gem

What they're saying

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Manchester United are refusing to push the panic button in their pursuit of West Ham United’s Mateus Fernandes.A move for Fernandes was considered relatively straightforward once West Ham’s drop t...
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