Agreement on a six-year contract reached
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Tottenham Hotspur appears poised to make one of the summer’s most thrilling signings, as they have reportedly reached an agreement to sign Mohamed Kudus from West Ham United. According to The Athletic, Spurs and the Hammers have settled on a transfer fee of approximately €63.8 million, and Kudus is expected to undergo a medical examination this Thursday in preparation for a six-year contract.
The Ghanaian international has displayed moments of exceptional talent since joining the Premier League, showcasing his flair, dribbling, and goal-scoring ability. However, he faced challenges with consistency last season, and questions about his attitude arose. At only 24 years old, Kudus possesses all the skills necessary to become a key player in the system of the new manager, Thomas Frank. As Tottenham works on reshaping their squad for a Champions League return, Kudus could provide the creative spark needed to break down defenses and captivate fans at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Transfermarkt offers an in-depth analysis of what Kudus might contribute to the North London team.
What can Mohamed Kudus bring to Tottenham?
Kudus joined West Ham for €43 million in 2023, following three successful years at Ajax, where he netted 27 goals and provided 12 assists in 87 appearances. His exceptional dribbling has consistently impressed, and he maintained this skill during his time in England. Last season, Kudus recorded five goals and three assists over 32 Premier League matches, a disappointing season for both him and the Hammers as they finished 14th in the league. Nonetheless, his ability to take on defenders sets him apart.
In his inaugural Premier League season (2023/24), no player surpassed Kudus’s 124 successful dribbles, with Manchester City’s Jérémy Doku trailing behind at 87, according to the league’s official statistics. Even during a less-than-stellar campaign last season, he remained a top performer, jointly leading the dribble stats alongside Doku, each completing 90. This skill is what Spurs are willing to bet on. Should the reported transfer fee of €63.8 million be confirmed, Kudus would become Tottenham’s second most expensive player in history, surpassed only by the €64.3 million fee that brought Dominic Solanke to the club last summer. No pressure indeed.
