Tottenham Hotspur believe West Ham United will sell Mohammed Kudus for around £60m despite his £85m release clause
Tottenham Hotspur Make Mohammed Kudus a Top Transfer Priority This Summer
Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly identified West Ham United forward Mohammed Kudus as one of their main transfer targets this summer, as they look to bolster their attacking options ahead of the new season. According to respected journalist and transfer insider Ben Jacobs, Spurs view the Ghana international as a key signing and are optimistic about securing his services for a fee in the region of £60 million — significantly below his official release clause.
The 24-year-old Kudus, who joined West Ham from Ajax last summer, has a release clause set at £85 million for Premier League clubs. However, Tottenham are confident they can negotiate a reduced fee, especially given West Ham’s current need to raise funds for their own transfer activity. New Hammers manager Graham Potter is reportedly planning an overhaul of the squad and is open to parting ways with valuable assets like Kudus to reinvest in fresh talent.
While Spurs had previously shown interest in Crystal Palace playmaker Eberechi Eze, that pursuit failed to progress beyond initial admiration. The North London club have since shifted their focus entirely to Kudus, whom they believe can bring creativity, versatility, and goal-scoring threat to their frontline.
West Ham, meanwhile, have also offered Kudus to other Premier League giants including Chelsea and Manchester United, in hopes of sparking a bidding war. However, both clubs are said to be currently prioritising other targets, leaving Tottenham in a stronger position to negotiate a deal without significant competition.
Crucially for Spurs, Kudus is understood to be open to the move and is not expected to pose any challenges regarding personal terms. The lure of Champions League football, which Tottenham can offer next season, is also believed to be a major attraction for the player.
Spurs are also planning to reshuffle their attacking unit, with Brazil international Richarlison now deemed surplus to requirements. The club are willing to listen to offers for the former Everton forward, and Kudus is seen as a direct replacement with a higher ceiling and a more versatile skill set. Kudus, who can operate effectively as a winger, attacking midfielder, or second striker, fits the mold of a modern, flexible attacker.
Tottenham head coach Thomas Frank, who previously worked wonders with Ivan Toney and Bryan Mbeumo at Brentford, believes he can help Kudus rediscover his best form. While the Ghanaian forward enjoyed a strong debut season in English football, his performances dipped slightly in his second campaign. Frank is confident he can revitalise Kudus and help him thrive in a more attacking, possession-based system at Spurs.
The Danish manager has reportedly given the green light for Richarlison’s exit and fully supports the pursuit of Kudus. With West Ham ready to sell and the player open to the move, Tottenham are expected to accelerate talks in the coming days as they aim to wrap up one of their marquee signings of the summer.
Should the deal go through, Kudus would arrive at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as a statement signing — one who can play a central role in the club’s push for silverware and sustained Champions League contention under Thomas Frank’s leadership.