Tottenham eye bid for West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes, willing to pay £85m, while United also show interest. Fernandes wants a Premier League return after West Ham's relegation. Spurs' midfield overhaul includes possible pursuit of Sandro Tonali, and United may raise their earlier £60m valuation. A successful signing would also boost Spurs' depth ahead of the Champions League campaign.

Both clubs also circling Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, an Arsenal target. United and Arsenal have made initial inquiries, but Bournemouth refuse to sell, preferring to negotiate a new contract for the 22‑year‑old who missed the World Cup squad. His season tally includes five assists and reliable defensive work. Scott remains on the radar of the league’s biggest teams this summer.

Spurs' manager Roberto De Zerbi remains ambitious, having already seen a near‑£80m bid for Tonali rejected by Newcastle. Manchester City also monitor Tonali and Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson, while Arsenal keep tabs on the Italian. With multiple high‑profile midfielders on the market, clubs must decide whether to splurge on one star or spread funds across several targets. Choosing wisely could shape title push or European chance.