Mateus Fernandes is a Man United transfer target

Manchester United are exploring a summer move for West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes, viewing the 21‑year‑old as a realistic target following the London club’s relegation. United intend to make formal contact soon and believe Fernandes could be available for around £50 million, though they expect West Ham to encourage rival bids from PSG or Arsenal. His name features prominently on United’s shortlist as the club aims to recruit three midfielders during the window.

Talks for Atalanta’s Ederson are progressing well, with an early agreement below £35 million considered likely, reflecting the value‑focused strategy United want to replicate. That stance may complicate any pursuit of Brighton’s Carlos Baleba, whose £100 million valuation remains prohibitive.

Other admired options include Alex Scott, Sandro Tonali and Aurelien Tchouameni, depending on price and availability. Meanwhile, United may postpone signing a left‑sided attacker until Marcus Rashford’s future becomes clearer, prioritising a left‑back instead, with Lewis Hall currently favoured.