Tottenham are pushing to sign Mohammed Kudus, with the West Ham winger now emerging as one of their top attacking targets this summer.

West Ham may be forced to consider a sale, as the club looks to raise funds for incoming transfers under new manager Graham Potter. With limited room to manoeuvre under financial regulations, this could be the first big move that shapes the Irons’ entire transfer window.

Romano Confirms Talks Are Underway

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that discussions are well underway between Kudus and Spurs.

In a post on X, he reported: “Talks between Mohammed Kudus and Tottenham on project/personal terms are underway, positive approach. Kudus is open to joining Spurs while talks continue with both player and West Ham sides. There are two more clubs still involved in the race.”

This follows mounting reports over the past 48 hours suggesting Tottenham have accelerated their pursuit. Kudus has now overtaken other targets like Eberechi Eze and Antoine Semenyo on the club’s shortlist.

Arsenal and Chelsea have also been linked, while Newcastle and Manchester United are reportedly monitoring the situation. Interest from Saudi Arabia has also been floated, but for now, Spurs appear to be leading the race.

The £60 Million Price Tag

West Ham are believed to be open to letting Kudus leave for a fee in the region of £60 million.

That valuation reflects both his potential and the financial reality at the London Stadium. The club’s position under Profit and Sustainability Rules means player sales are essential before any major business can be done.

Sources close to the club have suggested that funds raised from selling Kudus could go directly into bringing in two or three new players that fit Graham Potter’s profile — potentially reshaping the spine of the team.

A Stepping Stone That Fell Short

When Kudus joined from Ajax, it was with big expectations — both from fans and from the player himself.

He turned down a move to Brighton after they refused to include a release clause in the deal. West Ham, on the other hand, agreed to the clause, and that played a major role in getting the deal over the line.

It was no secret at the time that Kudus saw the move as a springboard to a top-six club. For many fans, that was fine — as long as he delivered on the pitch.

And for a while, he looked like he might. Kudus produced moments of real quality, especially in Europe, and showed the kind of directness and flair that had made him such an exciting prospect at Ajax.

But as the season wore on, his impact began to fade. Whether down to system changes, inconsistency, or simply adapting to the Premier League, Kudus never truly kicked on. It became clear by spring that he wasn’t fully reaching the levels expected of him.

Selling to Spurs Will Hurt

If Kudus does make the switch across London, it won’t sit well with the West Ham fanbase — and understandably so.

Selling a player with his profile to a direct rival is always a tough pill to swallow. That sting is only made worse by the fact that many supporters still believe there’s a top player in there waiting to explode.

But right now, the club is stuck. With no sales, there’s no movement. And of all the players who might fetch a significant fee this summer, Kudus is one of the few with a strong market.

It’s a decision that may end up shaping the entire summer. As painful as it may be to watch him in a Spurs shirt, West Ham might have little choice but to pull the trigger.

The alternative is standing still — and that’s not something Graham Potter can afford in his first transfer window in charge.