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Manchester United have suffered a major blow in their pursuit of Mateus Fernandes. The 21-year-old midfielder wants to join Premier League rivals Tottenham Hotspur.
What happened?
Tottenham are confident of beating Manchester United for Fernandes' signature, with West Ham seeking £80 million for the player.
Manchester United were thought to be in the driver's seat for the Portugal international's signature. However, Tottenham have now emerged as frontrunners.
Why it matters for Manchester United
The Red Devils are looking to avoid a bidding war, which gives Tottenham an advantage. Michael Carrick's side were interested in Elliot Anderson, but chose not to enter a bidding war with Manchester City.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| League standing | 3rd in Premier League, 55 pts, 15W-10D-7L from 32 games |
| Last result | Brighton 0-3 Manchester United (2026-05-24) |
| Next fixture | vs AC Milan (at home, 2026-08-15) |
What comes next?
Former Manchester United striker Louis Saha has urged the Red Devils to hijack Liverpool's move for FIFA World Cup sensation Yan Diomande. Saha believes Diomande has what it takes to become a world-beater in the future.
Manchester United will look to bounce back from this transfer setback and focus on their upcoming fixtures. With their current league standing and recent form, the Red Devils will be looking to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season.
