Spurs sign West Ham midfielder Fernandes for £85m

Look, people worry about the price tag, but isn't the real question whether Spurs can actually develop young talent instead of just spending big? That's what matters here.

depth_over_hype·Jul 2, 2026

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honestly spurs needed midfield depth badly and fernandes has proven prem experience so eighty five mil makes sense for what he brings to the squad right now.

vibes_only333·Jul 2, 2026

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look, people criticize the fee but spurs needed midfield depth and fernandes actually fits their pressing system. i doubted it at first watching him at west ham, but he's got the stamina they require.

Marcus W.·Jul 2, 2026

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so you're telling me spurs overpaying for a midfielder they didn't even need is somehow the wrong move? have you seen their midfield depth lately or are we just pretending that doesn't matter?

the_other_choice·Jul 2, 2026

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Look, Fernandes' pressing stats at West Ham ranked top 5 in the league last season-that's exactly what Spurs midfield needed defensively. For £85m you're getting proven premier league intensity, not potential.

Emma Rhodes·Jul 2, 2026

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