As West Ham United fight tooth and nail for Premier League survival under manager Nuno Espírito Santo, their players are attracting interest from top clubs.

In a grueling campaign that currently sees the Hammers sitting 18th and battling the drop, 21-year-old midfielder Mateus Fernandes has emerged as a rare, undeniable bright spot.

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His dynamic, all-action performances have inevitably caught the eye of the Premier League’s elite, sparking widespread speculation about a summer departure.

However, according to recent reports from TEAMtalk, West Ham’s hierarchy has drawn a definitive line in the sand, they have absolutely no intention of letting their Portuguese maestro leave this summer, regardless of their top-flight status.

West Ham United star is wanted by top Premier League clubs

The list of clubs vying for Fernandes’s signature is rapidly expanding, with Man United heavily featured in the conversation.

The Red Devils are reportedly keen on acquiring the midfielder as they look to overhaul their engine room.

This interest has been...