Active in Premier League
Mateus Fernandes
Midfielder #18
Age 21 years
Nationality Portugal
Market Value €32M
Career
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◀ 2025 West Ham from Southampton
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2025 West Ham from Southampton
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2025 West Ham from Southampton
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2025 West Ham from Southampton
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2024 Southampton from Sporting CP
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2024 Sporting CP from Estoril
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2023 Estoril from Sporting CP
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
Mateus Gonçalo Espanha Fernandes is a solid SQUAD PLAYER for West Ham. Evidence: 24.0 Appearances.
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Defense (79/100) but has room to grow in Passing.
Mateus Gonçalo Espanha Fernandes Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Midfielders
Height 28%
Weight 41%
Experience 21%
vs Premier League
Height 20%
Weight 30%
Experience 18%
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 67
Shooting 61
Defense 79
Workrate 58
Passing 50
Key Strength 79 Defense
Area to Watch 50 Passing
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Mateus Gonçalo Espanha Fernandes this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 14, 2026 | West Ham 1-1 Manchester City | 97' | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | 38 |
| Mar 04, 2026 | Fulham 0-1 West Ham | 92' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 31 |
| Feb 28, 2026 | Liverpool 5-2 West Ham | 97' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 56 |
| Feb 21, 2026 | West Ham 0-0 Bournemouth | 96' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| Feb 10, 2026 | West Ham 1-1 Manchester United | 98' | 7.0 | 0 | 0 | 61 |
| Feb 07, 2026 | Burnley 0-2 West Ham | 96' | 7.3 | 0 | 1 | 29 |
| Jan 31, 2026 | Chelsea 3-2 West Ham | 100' | 7.3 | - | - | 100 |
| Jan 31, 2026 | Levante 0-0 Atletico Madrid | 90' | 7.0 | 0 | 0 | 25 |
| Jan 24, 2026 | West Ham 3-1 Sunderland | 95' | 8.9 | 1 | 0 | 53 |
| Jan 17, 2026 | Tottenham 1-2 West Ham | 96' | 7.5 | 0 | 1 | 74 |
| Jan 06, 2026 | West Ham 1-2 Nottingham Forest | 80' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 61 |
| Jan 03, 2026 | Wolves 3-0 West Ham | 94' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 35 |
| Dec 30, 2025 | West Ham 2-2 Brighton | 93' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 90 |
| Dec 27, 2025 | West Ham 0-1 Fulham | 93' | 7.7 | 0 | 0 | 29 |
| Dec 20, 2025 | Manchester City 3-0 West Ham | 79' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 47 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 22, 2026 | Aston Villa vs West Ham | 69 |
| Apr 10, 2026 | West Ham vs Wolves | 46 |
| Apr 20, 2026 | Crystal Palace vs West Ham | 37 |
| Apr 25, 2026 | West Ham vs Everton | 42 |
| May 02, 2026 | Brentford vs West Ham | 44 |
| May 09, 2026 | West Ham vs Arsenal | 65 |
| May 17, 2026 | Newcastle vs West Ham | 54 |
| May 24, 2026 | West Ham vs Leeds | 54 |
Player Market Value
Track Mateus Gonçalo Espanha Fernandes's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €32.0M
Peak Value €32.0M (Q4'25)
€32.0M €16.0M €0
Q3'22 Q4'22 Q2'23 Q4'23 Q1'24 Q2'24 Q4'24 Q4'24 Q2'25 Q4'25
Mateus Fernandes is West Ham's Gold Wall, establishing himself as a vital defensive presence since his high-profile €44 million move from Southampton. Originally hailing from Olhão and developed in the prestigious Sporting CP academy, the Portuguese midfielder is building a formidable body of work in London, proving his worth as a reliable SQUAD PLAYER in the heart of the pitch.
His performance as a defensive specialist is backed by a Defense rating of 77, anchoring the midfield with discipline and tactical awareness. Over 22 appearances and 1,770 minutes of action, Fernandes has shown he is far more than just a destroyer, contributing one goal and two assists in his last five outings. His reliability band confirms he has been a consistent starter throughout the calendar, and he is currently hitting top form, with a performance trend that suggests he is rapidly adapting to the high Intensity of the Premier League.
With a market value currently rising to €32 million, the 22-year-old represents a significant asset for the Hammers. His upward trajectory suggests that his influence on the squad's Balance will only grow as he continues to command the middle of the park during this crucial stage of his career.