Wolves star Rodrigo Gomes thrilled as West Ham complete new signing
West Ham are looking to strengthen their side ahead of the transfer deadline, given their dismal start to the season.
Graham Potter is feeling the heat already as West Ham's loss against Wolves in the Carabao Cup meant they've lost all three games this season.
They sit at the bottom of the Premier League table with their squad arguably weaker than it was last season.
Mohammed Kudus left for Tottenham this summer and the Hammers have not signed a like-for-like replacement for the Ghana international.
Wolves winger Rodrigo Gomes reacts to Mateus Fernandes' transfer
Mateus Fernandes officially finalised his move to the London Stadium outfit on Friday from Southampton.
West Ham had to beat other Premier League clubs to sign Fernandes and despite a few bumps in the road, they managed to get their man.
With Edson Alvarez joining Fenerbahce on loan, the Hammers are a midfielder shy, which is why they turned to the 21-year-old.
- Fernandes made 36 Premier League appearances last season
- He cost Southampton a reported £15m in August 2024
- His sale has seen the Championship club make a significant profit
The Portuguese moved to East London for a £40million fee and is expected to be a first-team regular under Potter.
Wolves winger Rodrigo Gomes, who is his compatriot, sent a message to him on social media, celebrating his move to the Irons.
On Instagram, Gomes reacted with heart-faced emojis to Fernandes' post.
What Mateus Fernandes brings to West Ham
West Ham fans should be excited by the signing of Fernandes from Southampton, a beacon of hope amid a dismal start to the season with three straight defeats and 11 goals conceded.
As a Sporting Lisbon academy product and Portugal Under-21 international, he shone in Southampton's relegated Premier League campaign, ranking high in defensive actions, progressive passing and attacking movement.
His all-action style makes him strong in duels, technically gifted, full of energy and capable of long-range strikes, addressing the Hammers' midfield frailties, where ageing players like James Ward-Prowse and Guido Rodriguez have lacked dynamism.
Fernandes promises immediate impact and long-term potential under Potter, injecting creativity and tenacity to revitalise the squad and lift spirits at the London Stadium.
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