The iPaper claims that in the upcoming weeks, Manchester United will try to recruit Mateus Fernandes, a midfield player for West Ham United. The primary goal of Man United’s next summer transfer window, which formally starts on June 15, is to rebuild their midfield.
According to Fabrizio Romano, the Red Devils are already nearing an agreement to acquire Ederson from Atalanta, but they are unlikely to be done there given Casemiro’s definite departure and the fact that Manuel Ugarte, a fellow South American, is open for sale.
Ederson won’t be the last midfield player to arrive at Old Trafford this year if a deal is finalised, even if the window’s opening is still more than two weeks away. United executives are already working on deals in advance. According to one rumour, United would try to recruit up to three midfielders if Ugarte leaves in order to greatly strengthen their roster in preparation for a Champions League season.
According to reports, the team wants to sign two less expensive midfielders in addition to an exceptional, high-paying replacement for Casemiro. Both Fernandes and the Atalanta star would fall into the latter group at a price of somewhat less than £40 million.
Man United intend to move for Mateus Fernandes
Fernandes is valued at £50 million by United, and they are already considering the potential of a trade, according to Flashscore. According to the source, “Fernandes, 21, has emerged as one of the names under serious consideration. Flashscore understands United wants to sign three midfield players during the transfer window.”
Fernandes is expected to become available on the market, and United wants to know what conditions he may be committed under. They want to see whether a fair deal can be reached and value him at around £50 million.
The report confirms that West Ham United will attempt to ignite a bidding war for their prized asset, with Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) also in the picture. According to the report, United is determined not to overpay in the market, which may have an impact on their pursuit of long-term target Carlos Baleba. Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba is still a player that United greatly admires, even if Brighton lowers their £100 million valuation.
