West Ham have reportedly agreed a deal to take Benfica ace Gedson Fernandes on an 18-month loan, beating Chelsea to the midfielder. Both Premier League clubs had been interested in taking Fernandes to England with the star having fallen out of favour in Portugal. But Sky Sports say the move to West Ham is done with Benfica thinking he is likely to get more first-team opportunities under David Moyes than Frank Lampard. West Ham agree Gedson Fernandes transfer dealWest Ham boss Moyes had admitted Fernandes is a type of player that is of interest. TrendingBenfica star Gedson Fernandes has reportedly agreed a deal to join West Ham

Source: Express January 09, 2020 12:56 UTC