Mateus Fernandes set to sign for London club, Sporting cash in millions | OneFootball

The deal is almost closed. Mateus Fernandes is very close to becoming a West Ham player for 44M. The 'hammers' have already reached an agreement with Southampton for the transfer of the Portuguese midfielder. Sporting will also receive around 4 million euros.

According to English journalist Ben Jacobs, the amount to be paid by the London club could increase by an additional 3.5 million in bonuses. If the transfer is indeed completed, the Alvalade Club will make a significant financial gain, as the lions secured 10% of a future capital gain at the time of his departure.

Moreover, Sporting will also be entitled to receive amounts related to the years of training the player spent in Alvalade. Mateus Fernandes stood out last season while playing for Southampton and was followed by several Premier League clubs.

The player also attracted interest from the Italian club Juventus. Jorge Mendes, the athlete's agent, was on the ground and tried to assist in the list of potential reinforcements for the Turin club, but the transfer ultimately did not materialize (Read HERE).

In 2024/25, Mateus Fernandes – valued at 15 million euros – played 42 games, scored three goals, and made six assists for Southampton, being voted player of the year by the 'saints' fans. Having completed much of his training at the Alcochete Academy, the midfielder played 10 matches for Sporting's main team between 2022/23 and 2024/25, during which he scored one goal and made one assist.

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