HUGE DOUBLE SIGNING SHOCKER! West Ham United Secure Mateus Fernandes and Soungoutou Magassa in £60m Midfield Revolution Under David Sullivan’s Vision ⚒️🔥………….
In a major statement of ambition, West Ham United have officially announced the sensational double signing of Mateus Fernandes from Southampton and Soungoutou Magassa from AS Monaco, marking one of the most audacious transfer coups in the club’s recent history. The deals, reportedly worth a combined £60 million, are a clear indication that the Hammers are determined to rebuild their midfield with young, dynamic, and technically gifted talent capable of driving the club forward in both domestic and European competitions.
The first of the two arrivals, Mateus Fernandes, joins from Southampton for a fee exceeding £40 million, after months of negotiations and heavy competition from several Premier League rivals. The Portugal Under-21 international has been a standout performer in the Premier League this season, earning widespread praise for his composure, creative flair, and exceptional passing range. Fernandes, who is only 20 years old, has long been tipped as one of the most promising midfielders in Europe — and West Ham’s ability to secure his signature is seen as a significant coup.
According to club insiders, Fernandes has signed a five-year contract that will keep him at the London Stadium until 2030, with the option of a one-year extension. His arrival is expected to add much-needed technical brilliance and creativity to West Ham’s midfield — a department that struggled for consistency following the departures of Declan Rice and Tomas Soucek’s injury setbacks. Manager Julen Lopetegui, who has been pushing for midfield reinforcements since his arrival, reportedly played a direct role in convincing Fernandes to join the Hammers, emphasizing the club’s ambition to return to European football next season.
Alongside Fernandes, Soungoutou Magassa arrives from AS Monaco in a deal understood to be worth £20 million, adding power, versatility, and defensive discipline to the squad. The 20-year-old Frenchman, who can play as both a defensive midfielder and centre-back, is highly regarded in Ligue 1 for his composure under pressure and tactical intelligence beyond his years. Magassa’s signing represents the continuation of West Ham’s new recruitment strategy — targeting young, versatile players capable of fitting seamlessly into multiple tactical systems.
In an official statement, West Ham chairman David Sullivan said:
> “These signings show our commitment to building a team not just for today, but for the next generation. Mateus and Soungoutou are two exceptional young talents who represent everything we want at West Ham — quality, hunger, and the desire to make history at this great club.”
Fans have flooded social media with excitement, hailing the double capture as a sign that the Hammers are “finally serious” about long-term success. With the January transfer window fast approaching, many believe these two signings could be the beginning of a broader squad overhaul aimed at restoring West Ham’s competitive edge.
Both Fernandes and Magassa are expected to join the squad immediately and could make their debut as early as next week in the Premier League fixture against Brentford. The pair are also reportedly eager to adapt quickly, with Fernandes saying in his first interview:
> “West Ham is a massive club with big dreams. I’m here to fight, to learn, and to help bring success to the fans who live and breathe football.”
As the dust settles on what many are calling “West Ham’s statement of intent”, it’s clear that the club’s hierarchy is no longer content with mediocrity. With Fernandes’ creative spark and Magassa’s steel anchoring the midfield, the Hammers’ faithful have every reason to believe a new era at the London Stadium is just beginning.
