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Mateus Fernandes poised to leave West Ham; Premier League survival won’t halt summer exit
TL;DR
Mateus Fernandes is set to leave West Ham this summer, regardless of the club's Premier League status. His strong performances have attracted interest from top European clubs.
Key points
- Mateus Fernandes is leaving West Ham this summer.
- His departure is independent of the club's relegation status.
- Fernandes has attracted interest from Manchester United and PSG.
- He ranks highly in tackles won in the Premier League.
- Fernandes made his senior debut for Portugal in March.
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Mateus Fernandes poised to leave West Ham; Premier League survival won’t halt summer exit
West Ham United are expected to sell Mateus Fernandes in the summer transfer window, regardless of whether the club avoid relegation from the Premier League.
Fernandes has been a rare positive in a challenging campaign for the Irons, who remain in the relegation places with just two games of the season remaining.
Clubs across Europe have taken note of the 21-year-old's performances, includingManchester United and Paris Saint-Germain. Only three players in the Premier League have won more tackles than Fernandes this season, who made his senior debit for Portugal in March.
West Ham paid around £40m to sign Fernandes from relegated Southampton last summer and the midfielder does not have a release clause in his contract.
However,The Athletic are reporting that the expectation is Fernandes will depart the London Stadium, even if West Ham avoid relegation.
Q&A
Why is Mateus Fernandes leaving West Ham this summer?
Mateus Fernandes is expected to leave West Ham due to interest from various European clubs, despite the team's potential Premier League survival.
Which clubs are interested in signing Mateus Fernandes?
Clubs such as Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain have shown interest in signing Mateus Fernandes following his impressive performances.
How has Mateus Fernandes performed in the Premier League this season?
Mateus Fernandes has been a standout player for West Ham, ranking among the top three players in the Premier League for tackles won this season.
