Football NewsThe GuardianUnverified source· 30 Jun 2026

Tottenham win race to sign West Ham’s Mateus Fernandes for club record £85m

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 after West Ham’s relegation from the Premier League and will strengthen Roberto De Zerbi’s options in central midfield. De Zerbi, who helped Tottenham to narrowly avoid 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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