Ghanaian forward Mohammed Kudus (24, West Ham) is on the verge of transferring to Tottenham. Only a medical test remains.
European transfer market expert Fabrizio Romano noted on his social media account on the 1st (Korea time) that "Kudus's transfer to Tottenham has been completed. The transfer fee is £55 million (approximately 102.6 billion won), and the contract duration is 6 years."
He added, "Kudus has not engaged in any negotiations with other teams. He only wanted Tottenham. The medical test is scheduled to take place in London on Thursday."
Kudus left Ajax in the summer of 2023 to join West Ham for £40 million (approximately 74.6 billion won). He has played in 80 matches over two seasons in the Premier League, scoring 19 goals. Notably, he announced his presence by netting 14 goals in his debut season. During the 2022 Qatar World Cup, he left a strong impression on domestic fans by scoring multiple goals in the group stage match against Korea. At that time, Kudus scored consecutively in the 34th minute of the first half and the 23rd minute of the second half in the match held on Nov. 28 at Al Rayyan Education City Stadium. Korea equalized with two headers from Cho Kyu-sung but lost 2-3 due to Kudus's decisive goal.
However, his scoring ability slightly declined in the previous season, remaining at 5 goals. Despite this, he is still highly regarded as a versatile attacking asset.
With fast dribbling, a wide activity range, and sharp decision-making skills, he is capable of playing as both a second striker and an attacking midfielder.
Tottenham is in need of reinforcements on the wings this summer. Son Heung-min, Richarlison, and Briam Hill have all been caught up in transfer rumors, and Timo Werner has returned to Leipzig after finishing his loan. So far, they have only newly acquired Mathys Tel.
Mick Brown, who has worked at Manchester United and Tottenham, explained, "Several clubs showed interest in Kudus, but he only wanted Tottenham. West Ham could not ignore his wishes."
West Ham plans to undergo a significant rebuilding ahead of the new season. Securing funds is essential to assemble new strength under manager Graham Potter. Selling Kudus seems to be a natural step.
If this transfer is finalized, Tottenham will conduct its first direct transaction with West Ham since signing Scott Parker in 2011.
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