Transfer talk surrounding Mateus Fernandes is intensifying, with reports suggesting Atletico are monitoring the West Ham midfielder closely. The player has caught the attention of several scouts as other clubs prepare for a potentially active transfer window. Arsenal, Paris SG and Liverpool are reportedly waiting in the wings. Finalising a fee and payment terms remains central to closing the transfer. Atletico look balanced this season - 1.67 goals scored and 1.08 goals conceded per game. Mateus Fernandes would be expected to bring control and consistency to help push them to another level. West Ham continue to be linked with Santiago Bueno while Atletico are also rumoured to be tracking Nick Woltemade, David Affengruber and Matt O'Riley. More on this story as it develops. Need more Atletico transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news from Atletico.