West Ham midfielder Mohammed Kudus is reportedly the subject of an £85 million release clause that becomes active at the end of this season, raising speculation about his future.
The 24-year-old Ghanaian international, who joined the Hammers from Ajax last season, has quickly become a key player, but reports from The Athletic suggest he could be on the move again soon.
The attacking midfielder was in great form for West Ham last season, notching 18 goals and seven assists during 48 games across all competitions.
With this substantial release clause in play, questions are already being asked about his next destination. Could Kudus be the long-term replacement for Liverpool’s talisman Mohamed Salah, whose future at Anfield remains uncertain? The prospect of Kudus stepping into the shoes of a fellow African star at one of Europe’s elite clubs is tantalising.
Other clubs might also be circling. Liverpool boss Arne Slot has reportedly shown interest in the midfielder, but it remains to be seen if the Reds will have the financial muscle to trigger such a significant release clause.
Kudus’ performances have already raised eyebrows under West Ham’s new manager, Julen Lopetegui, though the Spaniard has made no secret of his concerns about the midfielder’s style, describing him as “not a team player” in recent weeks. Despite this, Kudus has continued to shine, and speculation about his future has only intensified.
As the season unfolds, all eyes will be on Kudus to see if his next move could see him become one of Africa’s most expensive football exports.
