Mateus Fernandes rejects Real Madrid move, eyes Tottenham transfer

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Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Mateus Fernandes rejects Real Madrid move, eyes Tottenham transfer
Summary

West Ham United midfielder Mateus Fernandes has decided against a summer transfer to Real Madrid, opting instead to pursue a move to Tottenham Hotspur. The 21-year-old believes he will have more opportunities for development in London. Real Madrid had shown interest as they seek reinforcements in midfield, but recent reports indicate that Fernandes has ruled out the Spanish giants in favor of a move within the English Premier League.

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  • Mateus Fernandes refuses a potential move to Real Madrid.
  • He prefers to join Tottenham for better development opportunities.
  • Real Madrid is searching for midfield reinforcements.
  • Fernandes' decision is recent amid ongoing transfer rumors.
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  • 7:10 PMYahoo SportsWhy West Ham star Mateus Fernandes has rejected Real Madrid
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West Ham United star Mateus Fernandes is understood to have ruled out a potential summer move to Spain with Real Madrid.This comes with the Portuguese instead keen to take his talents across London, t...

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