Tottenham Hotspur are pushing forward in their pursuit of Mateus Fernandes, and they are edging closer to an agreement over personal terms as their summer transfer plans continue to gather pace.Many Tottenham Hotspur fans have been left in disbelief at the intent being shown by Spurs this summer transfer window.As opposed to what is often seen, Tottenham have acted with urgency this summer, getting three new signings through the door well ahead of their pre-season tour.So far, three deals have been completed, with both Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi joining on free transfers, while Jan Paul van Hecke stands as the only player Tottenham have paid a fee for, having agreed a £52 million deal with Brighton.Photo by Julian Finney/Getty ImagesTottenham make progress in Mateus Fernandes deal as Spurs close in on personal termsHowever, with the window still a long way from closing, the expectation is that Spurs could splash the cash even further.Spurs Web have reported on Tottenham’s interest in two Premier League midfielders, including Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes. Completing moves for the pair would take Spurs’ spending up to £232 million, with Tonali valued at £100 million and Fernandes at £80 million.According to journalist Matteo Moretto, it is understood that Spurs are now making progress in their efforts to sign Mateus Fernandes this summer. He reports that Tottenham are very close to reaching an agreement on a contract with the 21-year-old versatile midfielder.However, it is further explained that there have still been no official negotiations with West Ham United, while Fernandes remains on the radar of other big clubs, but is open to signing for Tottenham.He wrote: ‘Tottenham is very close to reaching an agreement with Mateus Fernandes on the contract. There have still been no official negotiations with West Ham. Mateus Fernandes, also on the radar of other big clubs, is open to signing for Tottenham.’El Tottenham está muy cerca de llegar a un acuerdo con Mateus Fernandes sobre el contrato. Todavía no ha habido ninguna negociación oficial con el West Ham. Mateus Fernandes, en el punto de mira también de otros grandes clubes, está abierto a fichar por el Tottenham. pic.twitter.com/IA2OE78pfI— Matteo Moretto (@MatteMoretto) June 20, 2026Spurs push Mateus Fernandes transfer as West Ham decision loomsWhile Tottenham and West Ham United remain rivals, they were not shy of doing business last summer. Spurs and West Ham agreed the transfer of Mohammed Kudus, the first deal between the two London clubs since 2011.It could now be transfers in back-to-back summers for the two rivals as Spurs continue to push for a move for Fernandes.Agreeing on personal terms is a significant step in getting a deal done, but shaking hands with a player and shaking hands with the selling club are two very different things.The Hammers’ financial situation could also force them into a sale as they look to balance the books following relegation to the Championship.READ MORE: ‘Tottenham calling’ – Fabrizio Romano provides Mateus Fernandes transfer updateThe post Tottenham close to reaching agreement with Mateus Fernandes amid £80m rumours appeared first on Spurs Web.