Arsenal are set to join Paris Saint-Germain, Atlético Madrid and Manchester United in the race for West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes, The Times reports. The report says the Gunners would be keen to sign the 21-year-old if Christian Nørgaard leaves, and that Arsenal are open to offers for the former Brentford man.
The Times notes Fernandes has impressed in his 40 appearances for West Ham this season, and that Paris Saint-Germain, Atlético Madrid and Manchester United have also been linked with the player. West Ham are said to be seeking a fee of around £84 million for Fernandes, per the report.
Manchester United are also monitoring Nottingham Forest fullback Neco Williams, BBC Sport reports. The Wales international still has three years remaining on his contract at the City Ground, and his displays at both left back and right back have attracted attention. Aston Villa, Newcastle and Everton are among the clubs that have made enquiries, and Forest are looking to make a new contract offer to the 25-year-old to ward off interest, per BBC Sport.
The wider transfer landscape features other notable links. The Sun says Arsenal face competition from Liverpool, Newcastle and Manchester United for FC Porto midfielder Victor Froholdt, with the report noting a reported €85 million release clause and the Denmark international’s league contributions. Gazzetta dello Sport reports Chelsea have renewed interest in AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan, and Mundo Deportivo claims Paris Saint-Germain are preparing an offer in excess of €100 million for Atlético Madrid striker Julián Álvarez.
Per the various reports, Arsenal’s pursuit of Fernandes is tied to potential movement in midfield, while Nottingham Forest’s intent to offer Williams a new contract could determine whether reported suitors press ahead. Transfer developments around West Ham’s valuation and Forest’s contract plans appear likely to shape the next steps, according to the reports.
