The reason why some, if not many, within the Manchester United hierarchy believe Mateus Fernandes would be a better deal than Elliot Anderson, aside from the fact that he has a higher ceiling than Anderson.
Elliot Anderson
Age: 24
Expected wages: £150k–£200k per week
Transfer fee: £120m–£130m total package
There is a risk he could reject the move even if an agreement is reached with Nottingham Forest, similar to the Frenkie de Jong situation a few years ago.
Mateus Fernandes
Age: 22
Expected wages: £100k–£110k per week
Transfer fee: £65m–£80m total package
Has given Manchester United full priority and he has turned down both Arsenal & Real Madrid personally.
When you factor in age, wages, transfer fee, and the player’s willingness to join, it’s easier to decide as both players are not world class YET.
🚨 Manchester United have stepped up their interest in Mateus Fernandes, with the midfielder now viewed as one of the club’s priority targets this summer. 🇵🇹
United are understood to have no concerns over personal terms and are now working towards making an official approach to West Ham.
No bid has been submitted yet, but an offer is being prepared. 👀
(Source: @Plettigoal)
🚨 BID IMMINENT! Mateus Fernandes Agrees To Join Manchester United! 🔴
Manchester United are advancing negotiations ahead of the June 15 transfer window opening.
Sources indicate the first official bid could land on the 15th, with the club aiming to complete the deal before July 1st.
Personal terms are progressing, with figures around £120k per week being discussed, but not yet fully confirmed.
Club-to-club talks are already underway, with #MUFC preparing an opening package worth £55m plus add-ons, potentially rising to £65m.
United pushing hard. The player wants the move. Developments expected soon. 👀🇵🇹 full video report in the tweet below 👇
#MUFC #MateusFernandes #Transfers