Fernandes’ future is currently uncertain with West Ham facing the prospect of being relegated from the Premier League this season.
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But Agbonlahor believes Fernandes would be an excellent fit for Arsenal and would even represent an upgrade on Martin Zubimendi, who joined Mikel Arteta’s side from Real Sociedad for £51m last year.
Mateus Fernandes is better than Martin Zubimendi, claims Gabriel Agbonlahor (Getty)
‘He’s a top, top midfielder,’ Agbonlahor told talkSPORT.
‘West Ham will be dying to stay in the Premier League. Obviously that won’t keep him.
‘The likes of himself, [Crysencio] Summerville and [Jarrod] Bowen will leave if West Ham get relegated.
‘I think he’s a better player than Zubimendi, I really do. I’m not sure about the hype with Zubimendi.
‘Lewis-Skelly’s taken his place now but to add numbers and strengthen [I would sign Fernandes].
‘I think he could have his pick of Premier League clubs. I rate him highly.’
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