Manchester United, Spurs pursue West Ham's Mateus Fernandes this summer

Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur are competing for Mateus Fernandes, with a clear frontrunner emerging. Fernandes is seen as a priority for United, particularly after they shifted focus from Elliot Anderson due to financial constraints. Although West Ham's new ownership has eased financial pressures, the club demands over £80 million for Fernandes, while United values him around £60 million, leading to ongoing negotiations. Tottenham is also showing interest, particularly as they seek a replacement for players in their squad, complicating the bidding process. Sources indicate United remains ahead in talks despite Tottenham's advances.

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