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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Miguel Delaney

Tottenham make headway in battle with Manchester United for key midfielder’s signature

Manchester United Tottenham Mateus Fernandes West Ham Spurs
Mateus Fernandes is a key Spurs target - (Getty)

Tottenham Hotspur have held positive talks with West Ham United over the prospective £85m of Mateus Fernandes, as they aim to beat Manchester United to the Portuguese midfielder’s signature.

The progress comes a summer that is expected to see Spurs spend a considerable budget to boost new manager Roberto De Zerbi’s plans.

Having been relegated at the end of the season, West Ham are insistent on a significant proportion of any agreed price up front, while Tottenham have also offered a higher package overall.

Their wage proposal to Fernandes is higher than United’s, and the 21-year-old is very keen on the move.

Spurs have a budget of well over £200m for this window, and want to bring in players suited to De Zerbi’s system. The Italian is personally a huge fan of Fernandes.

Manchester United maintain an interest but may look elsewhere as they do not want to get involved in a bidding war.

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