Tottenham Hotspur have made a significant move in the transfer market by submitting a £65m bid for West Ham's Mateus Fernandes.

What's the offer?

The bid includes £65m paid up front and £20m in performance-related bonuses. This structure is designed to meet West Ham's valuation while providing flexibility over the overall cost of the deal.

Tottenham Hotspur are looking to strengthen their midfield ahead of the new Premier League season, and Mateus Fernandes is a key target.

Why Fernandes?

The 21-year-old has established himself as one of West Ham's standout performers, attracting interest from several elite clubs across Europe, including Real Madrid, PSG, and Manchester United.

As of the current season, Tottenham Hotspur are 17th in the Premier League, with 41 points from 38 games, and a recent form of WLDWW. | Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | League standing | 17th | | Points | 41 | | Goal difference | -9 |

What comes next?

Tottenham Hotspur will be hoping to complete the deal for Mateus Fernandes, who is keen to make the move to north London. The club has been willing to offer a more attractive financial package than rival suitors, and there is growing confidence that the deal can be completed.

With the new Premier League season approaching, Tottenham Hotspur are looking to improve their squad and climb the table. They are currently 44 points behind leaders Arsenal, and will need to make significant improvements to challenge for a top-four spot.