West Ham’s forward Mohammed Kudus is attracting interest from Saudi Pro League side Al Ittihad, posing a challenge for the London club to retain him for the upcoming season. Despite enjoying a successful first season at the London Stadium with 14 goals, Kudus is now a target for several clubs across Europe, including Al Ittihad. With big names like Karim Benzema and N’Golo Kanté already in their squad, the Saudi club is looking to bolster their attacking options with the addition of Kudus.
In addition to Al Ittihad’s interest, there are also reports of several Premier League clubs and other European teams eyeing Kudus for a potential transfer. This puts West Ham in a difficult position as they strive to keep hold of the talented 23-year-old Ghanaian international. The appointment of Julen Lopetegui as the new manager adds another layer of uncertainty to Kudus’ future at the club.
Meanwhile, Brazilian midfielder Lucas Paquetá, another West Ham player, is also facing interest from Saudi Arabia, particularly from Al Nassr. The 26-year-old playmaker is being considered by the Saudi club as a potential addition to their midfield. However, any potential deal may face complications due to the Football Association charges brought against Paquetá for alleged spot-fixing activities. Despite denying the charges, Paquetá’s future at West Ham remains uncertain.
Apart from Kudus and Paquetá, there are other Premier League players attracting attention from clubs in the Saudi Pro League. Newcastle United striker Callum Wilson, who scored 10 goals last season, has emerged as a target for clubs in Saudi Arabia. With just a year left on his contract at St James’ Park, Wilson’s future at Newcastle is uncertain. The possibility of a move to the Saudi Pro League, possibly to Al Nassr, remains on the table.
Interestingly, Atletico Madrid showed interest in signing Callum Wilson during the January transfer window. Despite missing out on a spot in the England squad for Euro 2024, Wilson’s goal-scoring prowess has caught the attention of the Spanish giants. Newcastle manager Eddie Howe is keen on retaining the 32-year-old striker, but a tempting offer could see Wilson move to a new challenge in the upcoming season.
West Ham is facing significant challenges in retaining key players like Mohammed Kudus and Lucas Paquetá amidst interest from clubs in the Saudi Pro League and across Europe. The upcoming transfer window promises to be a crucial period for the London club as they look to strengthen their squad while fending off competition from other clubs.
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