“West Ham’s SHOCKING Swoop for REBEL Outcast Star as Fernandes Transfer COLLAPSES in CHAOS!”
West Ham United have shifted their focus to Feyenoord midfielder Quinten Timber as a possible summer signing after pulling out of a move for Southampton’s Mateus Fernandes, whose £50 million price tag was deemed excessive.
The Hammers are keen to bolster their midfield, and Timber, 24, offers an appealing mix of technical quality, versatility, and tactical awareness.
His Feyenoord contract runs until 2026, but talks over an extension have stalled, fuelling speculation the club could sell to avoid losing him for free in the future.
Feyenoord manager Robin van Persie recently removed Timber from the captaincy, openly stating it was because he had not committed to a new deal.
Adding to the uncertainty, Timber suffered a serious injury in February 2025—external lateral ligament damage—which required surgery and ruled him out for the rest of the season.
Despite his current setback, Timber remains in high demand, with West Ham viewing him as a strong alternative to Fernandes.
Several Premier League clubs are tracking his situation, including Arsenal, where his twin brother Jurrien already plays.
Feyenoord now face a decision on whether to cash in on one of Dutch football’s most highly regarded talents.
