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Report: West Ham United have reached an agreement to sign Benfica midfielder Gedson Fernandes

According to Football Insider, West Ham United have reached an agreement to sign Benfica midfielder Gedson Fernandes after a breakthrough in negotiations.

The Hammers have sealed a deal for the 21-year-old to join the club this month on an 18-month loan without an option to buy.

West Ham boss David Moyes wants to add a midfielder to his squad, and Fernandes is expected to complete a move in the coming days.

The likes of Everton, Chelsea and Manchester United have all been linked with the Portugal under-21 international, but it appears the London Stadium outfit have beaten fierce competition to land their man.