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Tottenham and Manchester United pursue West Ham's Fernandes and Bournemouth's Scott

Sky Sports Football • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 2:16 PM

Last updated Jun 24, 2026

Tottenham and Manchester United pursue West Ham's Fernandes and Bournemouth's Scott

Summary

Tottenham is eyeing a bid for West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes, facing competition from Manchester United. Spurs are reportedly willing to pay £85 million for Fernandes, who is eager to return to the Premier League after West Ham's relegation. Both clubs are also interested in Bournemouth's Alex Scott, a target for Arsenal, with United and Arsenal having made inquiries. Bournemouth has expressed a desire to retain Scott and has held contract discussions with him. Spurs have made a rejected offer for Newcastle's Sandro Tonali and may pursue both him and Fernandes or just one.

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Key Details

•Tottenham considers an £85 million bid for Mateus Fernandes.
•Manchester United is also interested in Fernandes.
•United and Arsenal have inquired about Alex Scott from Bournemouth.
•Bournemouth wants to retain Scott and is negotiating a new contract.
•Spurs have made a rejected bid for Sandro Tonali.

What they're saying

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Tottenham are considering making a bid for West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes, Sky Sports News understands, but could still face competition from Manchester United.
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