Mohammed Kudus’ contract with West Ham United includes an £85 million release clause, which, as of July 1, will not be available for activation until next summer. This clause, specific to other Premier League clubs, expired on June 30 and will remain inactive until the end of the 2024-25 campaign. Kudus, who joined West Ham last summer, is under contract until 2028, with an option for an additional year, making a mid-term transfer less likely unless renegotiated under special circumstances.
Saudi clubs have reportedly shown interest and Liverpool are known admirers as well. However, the Hammers now have significant leverage in any potential deal and have made it clear they won’t entertain an exit.
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Since his arrival from Ajax, for which West Ham paid £35.6 million plus £2.5 million in add-ons, Kudus has been a standout performer. The Ghanaian international made a significant impact in his debut Premier League season, scoring eight goals and providing six assists in 32 appearances. His contributions extended to West Ham’s European campaign, where he netted nine goals, including a spectacular solo effort against Freiburg in the Europa League last-16, which was voted the goal of the tournament by fans.
