£84m player ‘really wants’ to join Tottenham, but Premier League rivals could try to hijack deal
Mohammed Kudus Very Open to Tottenham Move as Spurs Accelerate Transfer Push
Tottenham Hotspur are beginning to ramp up their activity in the summer transfer window, and one of Thomas Frank’s primary targets is now reportedly eager to make the switch to North London, according to TBR Football.
Despite a relatively quiet start to the window, Spurs are now looking to accelerate their recruitment plans ahead of the 2025/26 campaign. So far, the only confirmed addition to the squad has been the permanent acquisition of Mathys Tel. However, behind the scenes, talks are progressing with several targets—none more prominently than West Ham United’s dynamic attacker, Mohammed Kudus.
With pre-season preparations just around the corner, Tottenham are keen to give new head coach Thomas Frank the tools he needs to hit the ground running. The club is working to ensure that at least one major signing is through the door before the squad reconvenes.
Kudus Open to Spurs Switch, Views it as a “Great Opportunity”
According to TBR Football’s chief correspondent Graeme Bailey, 24-year-old Ghanaian international Mohammed Kudus has made it clear that he is very open to the idea of joining Tottenham. Kudus, who only joined West Ham last summer, is reportedly determined to remain in the Premier League and has attracted significant attention from some of England’s top clubs.
Arsenal previously held discussions regarding a move for Kudus, while Chelsea have already had multiple swap-based proposals rejected by West Ham. The Blues remain admirers of the versatile attacker but have been unable to strike a deal thus far.
As it stands, Tottenham are believed to have conducted the most advanced talks with both the player’s representatives and West Ham, placing them in pole position for his signature. Kudus views a move to Spurs as a “great opportunity” and would welcome the chance to work under Thomas Frank, although he would likely be open to joining any of the Premier League’s top six sides if the right opportunity arose.
Daniel Levy in Contact with West Ham, Price Tag Set at £60 Million
Sources close to the negotiations say that Spurs chairman Daniel Levy has opened direct lines of communication with West Ham co-owner David Sullivan in an effort to strike a deal. Although Kudus has a release clause of £84 million, West Ham are understood to be willing to let him go for around £60 million, provided that figure is met without complicated add-ons or player exchanges.
West Ham, now under Graham Potter’s management, are planning a summer rebuild of their own and are expected to offload a few key players to raise funds for new signings. Selling Kudus would give them flexibility in the market, and Spurs are hoping to take advantage of this need for liquidity.
A Potential Revival Under Thomas Frank?
Kudus endured a somewhat underwhelming 2024/25 campaign after a promising debut season in English football. While his talent is undeniable, his output dropped notably, scoring just 5 goals and providing 4 assists in 35 appearances across all competitions.
Mohammed Kudus’ 2024/25 Stats:
Premier League: 32 appearances | 5 goals | 3 assists
EFL Cup: 2 appearances | 0 goals | 1 assist
FA Cup: 1 appearance | 0 goals | 0 assists
Total: 35 appearances | 5 goals | 4 assists
This dip in form has led some to question whether he’s being deployed in the right system or given enough consistency in his role. Spurs believe that Thomas Frank, who has a proven track record of unlocking the potential of talented attackers, could be the ideal figure to reinvigorate Kudus’ career.
Frank previously transformed the careers of players such as Ollie Watkins, Ivan Toney, Bryan Mbeumo, and Yoane Wissa at Brentford—players who were either overlooked or underperforming before flourishing under his guidance. The Spurs hierarchy is confident he could have a similarly transformative effect on Kudus.
Tottenham Pushing Hard to Land Kudus
All signs now point toward Tottenham making a firm offer in the coming days, with the club aiming to wrap up the deal before other suitors return with improved bids. With Kudus open to the move and West Ham willing to sell for the right price, this could become one of the defining transfer sagas of the summer.
The North London club is determined to back their new manager in his first transfer window, and securing Kudus would be a strong signal of intent—not just in terms of squad improvement, but also in demonstrating their ability to compete with other top clubs for elite talent.