The Portuguese midfielder has attracted strong interest after an impressive campaign in England, despite West Ham United suffering relegation from the Premier League.
His performances have convinced several top clubs that he is ready for a step up, reports Madrid Universal.
Manchester United have reportedly made the most significant progress, with journalist Alex Crook claiming that personal terms are close to being fully agreed.
The Red Devils have moved quickly in negotiations, putting themselves in a strong position ahead of rivals Tottenham Hotspur and Real Madrid.
Fernandes only joined West Ham last summer in a deal worth around £38 million, but his value has risen sharply over the past year.
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Real Madrid’s interest in Fernandes is well established, with Jose Mourinho believed to be a strong admirer of the 21-year-old midfielder.
The Portuguese coach reportedly sees him as a player capable of adding energy, creativity, and balance to Madrid’s midfield options.
However, despite monitoring his development closely, Los Blancos have yet to make a concrete move.
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One of the main obstacles remains West Ham’s asking price. The Championship side are reportedly demanding around €90 million, a figure that has forced interested clubs to carefully consider their next steps.
While Manchester United appear willing to advance negotiations, Real Madrid are not under immediate pressure to strengthen their midfield due to the depth already available in Mourinho’s squad.
Unless Madrid accelerate their pursuit in the coming weeks, Manchester United look increasingly likely to secure Fernandes’ signature.
With personal terms reportedly close to being finalized, the Premier League club currently holds a clear advantage in one of the summer’s most intriguing transfer battles.
