West Ham are planning to sell Mohammed Kudus this summer, according to TBR Football.
The Ghana international has struggled for form this season, registering just three goals and three assists in 29 first-team appearances for the Hammers.
That’s in stark contrast to last season, where he announced himself to English football with 14 goals and six assists in 45 outings in all competitions.
His struggles under both Julen Lopetegui and Graham Potter had initially led to rumours of linking him to a London Stadium exit quietening down after previous links to Arsenal in January.
It was reported by GiveMeSport last week that the 24-year-old has a structured release clause in his contract, which could dictate the interest in his signature this summer.
Mohammed Kudus’ Release Clause
When West Ham secured Kudus’ services from Ajax for £38m in August 2023, it’s claimed they anticipated global interest in his signature should his impact live up to his potential. With that in mind, reports suggest his release clause is structured depending on the location of the club bidding for his signature.
To Premier League clubs, the forward will be available for £85m, but to clubs in Saudi Arabia, the clause outlines a minimum fee of £120m.
However, Kudus’ underwhelming performances this season will have undoubtedly limited the appetite for clubs to pay anywhere near those fees, with TBR Football claiming clubs in England and Europe currently value him nearer £50m.
Kudus open to Saudi Pro League transfer
In the same report, it’s claimed Kudus is open to making the switch to the Saudi Pro League, which would no doubt delight West Ham in their attempts to get as much money as possible for a player they are actively keen on selling.
Saudi Pro League clubs are no strangers to paying inflated transfer fees for talented players in Europe, including the likes of Jhon Duran for £71m and Ivan Toney for £40m.
Potter has supposedly given the green light for the club to find potential suitors for Kudus as he plans a much needed squad rebuild this summer.
Given the level of rebuild expected in order for the former Chelsea boss to craft a squad capable of being a success in his style, it’s no surprise the club is willing to offload one of its most highly valued stars to raise funds.
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