Tottenham sign Mohammed Kudus from West Ham in £55m transfer

A rare transfer between fierce London rivals

Tottenham have reached an agreement with Premier League rivals West Ham for the transfer of Mohammed Kudus. The deal is reportedly worth around £55 million. Chelsea and Newcastle United were also interested in the 24-year-old Ghanaian, but the Ghanaian chose North London instead — a decision also highlighted by Sky Sports.

This is the first player transfer between the two clubs since 2011, when Scott Parker joined Tottenham from West Ham for £5.5 million. In that context, Kudus' arrival brings a 14-year transfer freeze to an end.

Kudus’ Premier League record

Kudus joined West Ham from Ajax in the summer of 2023 and hit the ground running in his Premier League debut. Across all competitions, he recorded 14 goals and 9 assists, earning plaudits across the league. His performances drew praise from pundits across the league, with Gary Neville among those highlighting his impact.

However, his second season didn’t match the same heights. In the 2024–25 campaign, Kudus played 35 games in all competitions, scoring 5 goals and providing 4 assists.

Form drop or systemic issue?

At first glance, the drop in numbers may seem disappointing — but Tottenham view it differently. Sky Sports described Kudus as “an exciting transfer signing” and characterised his second year as a “stuttering second season,” pointing to a five-match suspension and positional changes as key factors. Frequent role shifts, injuries to teammates, and a general dip in West Ham’s form were all cited as contributing reasons.

According to Sky Sports’ analysis, Kudus will have a clearer role at Tottenham. The report emphasised his potential to bring “tactical flexibility” on the right wing and central attacking areas, but now within a familiar system that may allow him to rediscover consistency. There is quiet confidence within Spurs that his output can be reignited by giving him a more defined left-footed role on the right flank.

The Thomas Frank factor

New head coach Thomas Frank’s tactical preferences are seen as a natural fit for Kudus’ profile, particularly his use of left-footed right wingers.

Tottenham believe Frank can unlock a similar level of performance from Kudus. As Sky Sports noted:

“Bryan Mbeumo, a left‑footer like Kudus, starred on the right side of Frank's attack at Brentford, scoring 20 times last season. Could Frank help Kudus to get near those levels? Spurs believe the answer is yes.”

Player profile: Mohammed Kudus

Mohammed Kudus is a technically gifted and versatile player capable of changing a game. While his natural position is as a number 10, he’s highly effective cutting in from the right wing onto his left foot and has also featured behind the striker or in central midfield. He carries the ball well, excels in one-on-one situations, and can unbalance defenders with quick directional shifts. He’s capable of unleashing fierce, pinpoint efforts from the edge of the box, and his style is creative, bold, and constantly seeking forward solutions.

Physically, he has fully adapted to the demands of Premier League football, resilient in contact and strong in duels. He can be rash in decision-making at times and contributes less defensively. He has also shown inconsistency — shining in his first season but dropping off in the second. However, when integrated into a clear system and role, he has the potential to perform at a much more stable and effective level. This potential could finally stabilise under structured guidance.

Transfer activity continues

Tottenham’s summer transfer plans are far from over. Sky Sports reported:

“Tottenham remains interested in Yoane Wissa despite agreeing a deal for Mohammed Kudus.”

If both players are signed, Spurs could gain significant depth and creativity in attack. Especially if Bryan Mbeumo also joins from Brentford, Thomas Frank’s side would boast a dynamic and explosive front three. A Son–Mbeumo–Kudus front line could, on paper, rival the league’s most electrifying trios.