Kudus says YES to Tottenham after rejecting jaw-dropping Euro heavyweight approach
Mohammed Kudus has reportedly made his intentions clear: he wants to leave West Ham United this summer and make the switch to Tottenham Hotspur, despite interest from some of Europe’s biggest clubs. The Ghanaian international, who joined the Hammers from Ajax last season, is now looking to take the next step in his career by joining Spurs in a high-profile move during the current transfer window.
According to reports, Kudus recently rejected a late approach from German powerhouse Bayern Munich. The Bundesliga giants turned their attention to the 23-year-old after losing star midfielder Jamal Musiala to a long-term injury suffered during the Club World Cup. However, Kudus reportedly declined Bayern’s advances, signalling his strong desire to join Tottenham instead.
New Spurs manager Thomas Frank has wasted no time in shaping the squad in his image. With Champions League football returning to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for the 2025/26 campaign, the Danish coach is eager to add flair, dynamism, and creativity to his attack – and Kudus fits the bill perfectly.
Frank had initially hoped to reunite with his former Brentford star Bryan Mbeumo, but the versatile forward appears to have his sights set on a move to Manchester United. While the door isn’t entirely closed on that possibility, Frank is now fully focused on securing Kudus as a marquee addition to his frontline.
Tottenham have already made two official approaches to sign Kudus, with their latest proposal said to be worth £50 million (€58 million / $68 million), plus an additional £12.5 million (€14.5 million / $17 million) in performance-related add-ons. However, West Ham have so far resisted the advances, holding firm on their valuation of the player.
Despite that, fresh information from TBR Football suggests that negotiations between the two London clubs are progressing, with a final agreement potentially being reached around the £60 million mark for a straight cash deal. Kudus’ desire to join Spurs could prove to be the decisive factor in unlocking the move.
Tottenham, however, remain cautious of renewed interest from Chelsea, who have been long-term admirers of Kudus. Arsenal have also previously monitored the player, but their attention has reportedly shifted towards Chelsea winger Noni Madueke in recent weeks, which could clear the path for Spurs.
In a further boost for Tottenham supporters, respected transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that the club are preparing to return with an improved offer for Kudus. Speaking on his YouTube channel, Romano also revealed that personal terms between the player and Tottenham have already been agreed, bringing the deal one major step closer to completion.
“Tottenham are expected to bid again for Mohammed Kudus,” Romano stated. “In the next days, Spurs want to attack again. Thomas Frank has identified Kudus as a key summer target, someone who can transform the team’s attack. Internally, Frank has approved the move, and the club is ready to push forward.”
Romano continued: “On the player side, perhaps the most encouraging news for Tottenham fans is that Kudus wants to make the move. He’s giving total priority to Tottenham. He’s not negotiating with other clubs because he’s focused on joining Spurs.”
With Kudus having already made a strong impression in the Premier League and European competitions, his addition would be a major statement of intent from Tottenham as they prepare to compete on multiple fronts next season. His versatility, ability to carry the ball, score goals, and create from wide or central areas makes him a perfect fit for Frank’s high-energy system.
As talks continue behind the scenes, it appears that it’s only a matter of time before Kudus becomes a Tottenham player – a move that could signal a new era for the club under their ambitious new manager. For Spurs fans, the excitement is building, and Kudus’ potential arrival is beginning to feel more like an inevitability than a possibility.