West Ham United are determined to keep Mateus Fernandes despite interest from Manchester United.

West Ham United are experiencing a turbulent season with a fierce battle for survival in the Premier League. However, despite the financial pressures and uncertainty surrounding their future in England's top flight, the London club has already issued a strong statement regarding the future of their most important midfielder: Mateus Fernandes.

According to a report from TEAMtalk, the London Stadium club has confirmed that there are no plans to offload the Portuguese midfielder in the upcoming summer transfer window. This firm stance comes after reports suggested that Man Utd, along with a number of other "Big Six" teams, were beginning a campaign to lure the 21-year-old star.

The core foundation in the long-term project.

Mateus Fernandes joined West Ham from Southampton for a transfer fee exceeding £40 million. At the age of 21, the former Sporting CP player quickly established himself and is now the third most expensive signing in the club's history. The Hammers' management considers him a core, irreplaceable element in their long-term rebuilding and development project.

Notably, even in the worst-case scenario of being relegated to the Championship next season, West Ham have maintained their stance of not selling Fernandes. The 2004-born player's current contract runs until 2030, a term long enough to give the London club complete control at the negotiating table against any pressure from major rivals.

Man Utd's target and Bruno Fernandes' proposal

Manchester United are currently the club most closely monitoring Mateus Fernandes' development. Reports in England indicate that the Red Devils' captain, Bruno Fernandes, has directly recommended his compatriot to the scouting department at Old Trafford. Bruno highly values ​​the midfielder's remarkable progress since leaving Sporting CP to seek a challenge in the demanding environment of the Premier League.

Not only Manchester United, but other big clubs like Chelsea, Man City, and Liverpool are also reportedly considering signing the Portuguese star. With his ability to control the game, modern tactical vision, and youthful energy, Fernandes is becoming one of the most sought-after central midfielders in Europe.

enormous valuation

To even sit down at the negotiating table with West Ham, potential suitors are expected to offer a price far exceeding £50 million. This is considered a significant financial hurdle, and also demonstrates the London club's determination to keep their player. While other key players like Jarrod Bowen or Crysencio Summerville might be considered for sale to balance the budget if the team is relegated, Mateus Fernandes' position is completely different.

In short, although the summer transfer market always holds surprises, with a long-term contract and a firm stance from the club's hierarchy, Mateus Fernandes is likely to remain a key player in West Ham's style of play for at least another season. His presence will be crucial for the team to overcome its current crisis.