Tottenham make Fernandes primary target over Tonali

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Tottenham has intensified its interest in West Ham's Mateus Fernandes as the main target for a central midfielder, following an unsuccessful bid for Newcastle's Sandro Tonali. The clubs are reportedly discussing a potential £80m transfer fee amid competition from Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain.

Tottenham have accelerated their interest in West Ham's Mateus Fernandes as they target a central midfielder following a failed bid for Newcastle United's Sandro Tonali. Fernandes is viewed as a primary target with talks ongoing and, according to sources, progressing positively. Spurs are optimistic an agreement can be reached for the 21-year-old and the Hammers are understood to want about £80m for the Portugal international, who has also been linked with Manchester United and Paris St-Germain.