Man Utd could be BEATEN to £80million-rated West Ham star Mateus Fernandes by Tottenham over wage demands

Manchester United faces a potential setback in securing the signature of West Ham's highly-rated midfielder Mateus Fernandes, as Tottenham appears to be outbidding them with more lucrative wage offers. Fernandes, valued at £80 million, has caught the attention of several top clubs, but it seems Spurs are willing to go the extra mile in terms of salary to secure his services. Arsenal has withdrawn its interest, and Real Madrid had also considered him, but it looks like Tottenham might edge out Manchester United in this transfer race, highlighting the importance of financial commitments in securing top talent.