Tottenham Hotspur are in advanced talks to sign Mateus Fernandes from West Ham. The 21-year-old midfielder is a top target for Spurs.

What's the transfer fee?

Tottenham are set to pay a club-record fee of £80-85m for Fernandes. | Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | Transfer Fee | £80-85m | | Player Age | 21 |

Why it matters for Tottenham Hotspur

The signing of Fernandes would be a major coup for Spurs, who are looking to strengthen their midfield. Tottenham have already signed four players this summer, including Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi.

What comes next?

Tottenham are also targeting other players, including Sandro Tonali and Alex Scott. The club is looking to make a big impact in the transfer market this summer. Tottenham's manager, De Zerbi, wants to transform the team's engine room. The signing of Fernandes would be a big step towards achieving that goal. Tottenham are set to face competition from Manchester United for Fernandes' signature. But Spurs are confident they can seal the deal. The transfer window is set to be one of the biggest and most important in years for Tottenham.