Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester United targeting Mateus Fernandes while West Ham gear up for potential departure

Nuno Espirito Santos squad faces two matches to close a two point gap behind Tottenham Hotspur and escape the relegation places.

West Ham will visit Newcastle United this Sunday prior to hosting Leeds United on the last matchday. A drop to the Championship might be sealed by Tuesday should the Hammers fall to Newcastle and Tottenham defeat Chelsea.

Even so, a return to the second division would trigger a major clearout at the London Stadium, with midfielder Fernandes among those they would allow to leave.

The Athletic reports that West Ham are bracing themselves for a future without the Portuguese star, planning to offload him to finance their summer signings no matter the league they end up in.

Paris Saint Germain who reached the Champions League final are said to be keen on Fernandes alongside Manchester United who are eyeing him for their midfield rebuild.

Fernandes has excelled after his move from Southampton last season stepping in after Lucas Paquetas exit contributing nine goal involvements across 40 appearances this campaign.

The 21 year old stands out as one of the Premier Leagues top emerging players and a solid showing at the World Cup for Portugal could elevate his profile and market value considerably.