Berta ‘identifies top Arsenal target’ as Kudus exit update emerges at West Ham
West Ham are set for a busy summer in the transfer window which could include a major outgoing.
The Hammers were active in the transfer window last summer, but after a mid-season managerial change, it is expected that they will splash the cash again.
Graham Potter wants to put his own stamp on his team moving forward, but he will need to spend money to make that happen, which could require some sales.
One player who could be heading for the exit door at the London Stadium is Mohammed Kudus, who has provided some magic moments during his time with the Hammers.
Arsenal’s stance on Kudus is revealed
Arsenal have been linked with a move for Kudus throughout the season, with the attacker being seen as a great option to bolster Mikel Arteta’s attacking options.
It is well known that the Gunners want to improve their squad during the summer transfer window to close the gap on Liverpool and take the final step in their bid to win the Premier League next season.
However, Arsenal replacing Edu with Andrea Berta as the sporting director has put a roadblock in the plans to sign Kudus from West Ham.
According to Hammers.news (4 April), Arsenal have now moved on from Kudus’ attacking style as Arteta and Berta have killed their interest in him.
| 2024-25 Stats | Kudus |
| Appearances | 27 |
| Goals | 3 |
| Assists | 2 |
| Minutes Played | 2,123 |
Instead, Arsenal are now in talks with a brand new target as they feel that Kudus’ performances have been underwhelming this season.
The Gunners are now pushing to sign Nico Williams instead as their top target, with Berta looking to tap into the contacts he has at his former club.
Kudus could still leave West Ham
West Ham might not sell Kudus to the Gunners this summer, but he could still end up leaving the Irons as there is much wider interest in him.
Al-Nassr have been linked with making a big money move for the forward, and that could see them make an official move this summer.
However, his release clause is higher for Saudi clubs than those across Europe, which might make that potential transfer harder than most teams would want.