Manchester United Targets £80m Midfielder Mateus Fernandes Amidst Transfer Buzz
Ruben Amorim has already approved £80m Man Utd transfer for Michael Carrick
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Manchester United is pursuing midfielder Mateus Fernandes, currently valued at £80 million by West Ham. After a successful stint at West Ham, Fernandes aims to return to the Premier League. Ruben Amorim, his former coach, praised his potential, highlighting United's need for midfield reinforcements following Casemiro's departure.
- 01Mateus Fernandes was sold to Southampton for £38 million plus £4 million in add-ons in 2024.
- 02West Ham has set an £80 million asking price for Fernandes, attracting interest from Manchester United and Arsenal.
- 03Ruben Amorim expressed regret over Fernandes' departure, emphasizing his potential as a top player.
- 04Manchester United's midfield needs strengthening after Casemiro's exit, with additional players expected to leave.
- 05Southampton holds a 15% sell-on clause, potentially earning £12 million if Fernandes is sold for £80 million.
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Ruben Amorim, the former coach of Mateus Fernandes, has praised the young midfielder, who is now a target for Manchester United. After leaving Sporting CP for Southampton, Fernandes struggled to keep the Saints in the Premier League but quickly returned to the top flight with West Ham for £38 million plus add-ons. Now, with West Ham facing relegation, they have placed an £80 million price tag on him, drawing interest from both Manchester United and Arsenal. Amorim expressed sadness over Fernandes' departure, stating he possesses the potential to be a great player. United aims to bolster their midfield following the exit of Casemiro, with Fernandes seen as a key target. Alongside Fernandes, United is also pursuing other midfield talents like Elliot Anderson, Aurelian Tchouameni, and Sandro Tonali. Southampton stands to gain from a potential transfer due to a 15% sell-on clause, which could net them £12 million if Fernandes is sold for the asking price.
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The potential transfer of Fernandes could significantly affect Southampton's finances and Manchester United's midfield strength.
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