Manchester United transfer target Mateus Fernandes has not been discreet about his adoration of Bruno Fernandes.
Following the completion of a £38m deal for Ederson, it seems Manchester United are turning their attention towards Mateus Fernandes.
Fernandes is valued at £85m by West Ham despite their relegation from the Premier League, but Ineos are hopeful they can negotiate a smaller fee.
According to reports, Fernandes only wants to join United, and he has spoken highly of Bruno Fernandes on multiple occasions.
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Mateus Fernandes recalls Bruno Fernandes academy moment
Fernandes idolises Bruno Fernandes, and their relationship together expands beyond just the Portugal national team.
Actually, they were both at Sporting Lisbon together. While Bruno Fernandes was an established star at the Portuguese club, Mateus Fernandes was breaking through the academy ranks.
Mateus Fernandes recently recalled a wholesome moment when Bruno Fernandes watched him in action: “I remember when we were playing against Benfica U16, Bruno was on the opposite pitch watching us, and I think Nuno Mendes was with him too.
“When I saw Bruno, I suddenly started asserting myself on the pitch and shouting at everyone just so he would notice me.
“I don’t know if Bruno remembers it, but this moment is stuck in my memory.”
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Bruno Fernandes can mentor Mateus Fernandes at Old Trafford
Fernandes is a brilliant captain and role model at Old Trafford.
He is frequently spotted watching academy players in action and his assisting doesn’t just come on the pitch. Teammates often speak about how helpful Fernandes is off the pitch, too.
At the age of 21 years old, Mateus Fernandes is an extremely exciting transfer target with a very high potential.
But an £85m move to United would come with huge pressure. Having his idol in Bruno Fernandes alongside him could help him settle and adapt to life at Old Trafford.
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