Liverpool In Talks For West Ham’s Mateus Fernandes

Overview

• Liverpool have spoken with Mateus Fernandes’ representatives about a summer move and are seen as the most advanced suitor, according to Football Talk citing CaughtOffside.
• Manchester City have joined the chase for the West Ham midfielder, with reports linking their interest to an expected Bernardo Silva departure.
• Other reported contenders include Manchester United and Arsenal, with coverage describing planned midfield changes at United and a possible approach from the Gunners.
• West Ham have the 21-year-old under contract until 2030, yet reports suggest a fee near £55m could be tested if their fight against the drop bites into their stance.
• Fernandes has played 35 games for West Ham this season with five goals and four assists and he made his Portugal debut in March.