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Manchester United leads Arsenal in pursuit of Mateus Fernandes

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 6:10 AM

Last updated Jun 13, 2026

Manchester United leads Arsenal in pursuit of Mateus Fernandes

Summary

Manchester United is actively working to enhance its midfield after Casemiro's departure on a free transfer. United has focused on Mateus Fernandes of West Ham United, with reports indicating they are in the lead to secure his signing. The Red Devils are negotiating with Fernandes's agent and West Ham, who is reportedly asking for at least £80 million. Fernandes has shown a preference for a move to Old Trafford, intensifying the competition with Arsenal and European clubs like Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain, who are also interested.

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Key Details

•United aims to bolster midfield after Casemiro's exit
•Mateus Fernandes is a primary target for United
•West Ham demands at least £80 million for Fernandes
•Negotiations are ongoing with Fernandes's agent
•Arsenal and top European clubs are also pursuing Fernandes

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6:10 AMYahoo Sports — Mateus Fernandes: Advantage Man United in race with Arsenal for star

What they're saying

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Manchester United are keen to strengthen their midfield this summer following the departure of Casemiro on a free transfer.Midfield targetsThe Red Devils have already agreed a deal with Atalanta for B...
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