Tottenham have won the £85million race for West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes after outbidding Manchester United.
United pushed hard to sign Fernandes but there is a firm belief they will only buy players at the right valuation and players who really want to play for the club.
The Portugal international’s preference remained open throughout the process of negotiation.
Pointing to their transfer business last summer, United are prepared to remain patient and buy the right targets at the right price.
Spurs have won the £85m race for West Ham’s Mateus Fernandes after outbidding Man United
Meanwhile, Tottenham have decided not to pursue a move for Monaco forward Folarin Balogun.
The former Arsenal striker has interest from a number of clubs in Europe and the Premier League following his performances last season and his continued form with USA at the World Cup. Arsenal also possess a 17.5 per cent sell-on clause.
