Manchester United pursues Mateus Fernandes amid transfer competition
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 10:10 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Manchester United aims to strengthen their midfield this summer, recently targeting West Ham United's Mateus Fernandes. After being outbid on other targets, United faces competition from Tottenham Hotspur, who may be more willing to meet the £80 million asking price set by West Ham. United hopes Fernandes prioritizes a move to Old Trafford, but reports indicate they are also considering Bournemouth’s Alex Scott as a backup option. Scott’s transfer fee is expected to be around £60 million. The summer transfer window is open and pressure mounts to finalize signings soon.
- •Manchester United looks to reshape midfield this summer.
- •West Ham demands £80 million for Mateus Fernandes.
- •Tottenham is a strong competitor for Fernandes.
- •United is also targeting Bournemouth's Alex Scott.
- •Scott's potential fee is around £60 million.
- 10:10 PMYahoo Sports — Mateus Fernandes: Man United brace for any outcome in £80m transfer battle
"The big plan for Manchester United this summer was to reshape their midfield, building an engine capable of battling on multiple fronts.Yet, despite quickly agreeing a deal for Atalanta’s Ederson, t...
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