Mohammed Kudus: The contenders to sign £85m West Ham star - ranked

By 90min | Created at 2024-12-25 05:45:22 | Updated at 2024-12-25 18:20:41 13 hours ago

West Ham have been able to cultivate some stellar talent in recent years, but none more gifted than Mohammed Kudus.

The Ghanaian international broke onto the European scene with Ajax and garnered the aristocracy's attention. However, it looked like the typically savvy Brighton were bound to land another gem having agreed a deal with the Dutch club, before the Hammers, who entered negotiations with a swagger off the back of their Conference League triumph, swooped and secured the services of Ghana's budding superstar.

Kudus was excellent in a transition-heavy side last term and has been limited to mere flashes due to a lenghty suspension under Julen Lopetegui this time around.

The 24-year-old has shown an ability to perform a litany of roles to a very high level, and the ease at which he's taken to the Premier League means clubs remain on red alert. Reports of a £85m release clause have got potential suitors considering their 2025 transfer plans, with interest in Kudus still rife.

Here's how 90min ranks the Ghanaian's potential destinations based on suitability, the club's needs and likelihood of the deal happening.