PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN are interested in West Ham star Mateus Fernandes, according to reports.
The midfielder, 21, has attracted plenty of attention with his performances for the Hammers this term.
Mateus Fernandes has emerged as one of West Ham’s most important players Credit: Getty
Last month it emerged that were for the Portuguese international.
But reports in France suggest that the Red Devils face strong competition.
According to FootMercato, initial talks have already taken place between giants and Fernandes’ representatives.
The former Southampton ace penned a five-year deal in East London after completing a £42million switch from St Mary’s last summer.
But amid strong interest from elsewhere, Fernandes may depart London Stadium even if the Hammers stay up.
Several Portuguese players have been recruited by PSG since Luis Campos’ arrival as football adviser in 2022.
Under Campos’ watch, the Parisians have recruited the likes of , , Joao Neves and Goncalo Ramos with great success.
And former Sporting ace Fernandes may be seen as the perfect option to beef up PSG’s already impressive midfield.
Fernandes could join up with team-mates Joao Neves and Vitinha at PSG Credit: Getty
Fernandes arrived in English football in the summer of 2024, joining Southampton from Sporting following a season on loan at Estoril.
He impressed with Saints despite their relegation, earning a move to in the progress.
His subsequent form has mitigated for the loss of Lucas Paqueta in East London.
Fernandes has played 31 times in the Premier League this term, scoring three goals and laying on three assists.
He has also been of interest to Man Utd as they look to bolster their ranks.
is set to leave the Red Devils upon the expiry of his £350,000-a-week contract this summer.
Whoever is selected to be in charge next season could target Fernandes as the Brazilian’s long-term replacement.
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