West Ham is taking significant measures to prevent Manchester United from signing Mateus Fernandes, amid United's plans to acquire multiple midfielders this summer. Casemiro's departure and Ugarte's struggles at Old Trafford are influencing these developments.
Key points
West Ham is taking steps to prevent Manchester United from signing Mateus Fernandes
Manchester United plans to sign multiple midfielders this summer
Casemiro will leave Manchester United when his contract ends
Manuel Ugarte has struggled at Old Trafford
INEOS is considering cutting losses with Ugarte
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Mateus Fernandes: West Ham take extraordinary step to ward off United
Why is West Ham trying to keep Mateus Fernandes from Manchester United?
West Ham is concerned about Manchester United's plans to sign multiple midfielders, including Fernandes, and is taking steps to secure his future at the club.
What is the status of Casemiro's contract with Manchester United?
Casemiro has announced he will leave Manchester United once his contract expires, with no expectation of a U-turn despite support from teammates and fans.
Who is Manuel Ugarte and what is his situation at Manchester United?
Manuel Ugarte was signed as Casemiro's successor but has struggled at Manchester United, leading INEOS to consider cutting their losses when the transfer window reopens.
How many midfielders is Manchester United planning to sign this summer?
Manchester United is planning to sign as many as three midfielders during the summer transfer window.
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The Red Devils have been forced to broaden their search and club captain Bruno Fernandes has suggested the club to try and sign Mateus Fernandes of West Ham.
The Portugal international is capable of playing all across the midfield and has been a rare shining light in what has been a disastrous campaign for the Hammers.
Price tag revealed
The London side look primed for the drop, and the expectation was that would make the former Southampton ace more gettable.
However, Football Insider have claimed that West Ham will not entertain any cut-price deals, irrespective of their top-flight status.
They have slapped a £84 million price tag on Mateus Fernandes, and it will be interesting to see if INEOS can drive the price down in the end.
“West Ham United have placed a price tag of at least £84 million on Mateus Fernandes amid interest from Man United, sources have told Football Insider.
Why United must go all out to land Mateus Fernandes
“The 21-year-old joined from Southampton for a fee of around £42million last summer, and the Hammers will demand double that if they are to sell this summer.
“Nuno Espirito Santo’s side are determined to keep hold of their best players regardless of the outcome of the relegation battle, and will demand huge fees if they are to sell.
Fernandes is seen as a crucial player for West Ham and they are reluctant to see him leave. While there is a growing feeling the Hammers may be forced to sell if they are relegated at the end of this month, they will demand a huge price as part of West Ham’s transfer plans.”
United must go all out to land the West Ham ace in the summer. His defensive awareness, coupled with his ability on the ball, makes him the perfect fit for what United need in their engine room.
