West Ham United are getting closer to signing attacking midfielder Mohammed Kudus from Ajax, according to the Athletic.
West Ham have made an official offer of €41 million, with an additional €3 million in potential add-ons. This proposed deal also includes a 10% sell-on clause, with Ajax expected to accept and let Kudus go.
Personal terms have been worked out with the 23-year-old Ghanaian, paving the way for a potential five-year contract with a sixth-year option.
Earlier, The Athletic reported that West Ham’s initial bid for Kudus was rejected by Ajax. Kudus’ contract expires in 2025, and he turned down a one-year contract extension offered in April.
Kudus’ name has been mentioned a lot during the summer transfer window, as he has piqued the interest of several prestigious clubs, including Chelsea and Arsenal. A bid for the attacking midfielder had previously been accepted by Brighton & Hove Albion, but personal terms proved a stumbling block.
Kudus has left his mark on Ajax after joining from Danish side Nordsjaelland three years ago. In 63 Eredivisie appearances , he has 16 goals. His international contributions include seven goals in 24 matches for Ghana, including two in the most recent World Cup in Qatar.
