Tottenham win race to sign West Ham’s Mateus Fernandes for club record £85m
The Guardian · 2026-06-30 · archive
Spurs beat Manchester United to signing of midfielderFernandes due to have medical before completing dealTottenham are poised to break their transfer record after beating Manchester United to the signing of Mateus Fernandes for £85m.The Portuguese midfielder is heading for a new challenge afterWest Ham’s relegationfrom the Premier League and will strengthen Roberto De Zerbi’s options in central midfield. De Zerbi, who helped Tottenham narrowlyavoid relegation last season, has been handed significant funds this summer and also hopes to sign the Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali.Continue reading...
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West Ham United midfielder Mateus Fernandes is set to join Tottenham Hotspur in a record-breaking transfer deal worth £85 million. The North London club successfully navigated competition from Manchester United to secure the Portuguese midfielder’s signature. This high-profile departure comes in the wake of the Hammers’ recent relegation from the Premier League, which has prompted several squad adjustments. Fernandes is expected to undergo a medical assessment before finalizing his move to join the squad led by Roberto De Zerbi, who recently guided Tottenham through a difficult domestic campaign. The substantial fee marks a significant transaction as West Ham navigates the financial implications of their move to a lower division.
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