Mohammed Kudus is ready to make the move to Liverpool and play for Arne Slot, according to a source, with Tottenham Hotspur chairman Daniel Levy suffering a huge blow in his quest to sign the West Ham United
Mohammed Kudus Wants Liverpool Move – Even If It Means Taking a Pay Cut
West Ham star Mohammed Kudus is pushing for a move to Liverpool this summer — and he’s willing to take a reduced salary to make it happen.
The 24-year-old Ghana international has informed the Reds of his strong desire to join Arne Slot’s side, even as other clubs like Tottenham and Chelsea circle.
Kudus reportedly prefers Liverpool over both Spurs and the Blues, seeing the Premier League champions as the ideal next step in his career — a huge boost for FSG as they weigh up replacing wantaway star Luis Díaz.
Kudus Available for £85m – But There’s a Deadline
Kudus has a release clause set at £85m for Premier League clubs, but it expires on July 10. After that, West Ham could demand a higher fee.
European clubs can sign him for £80m, while Saudi teams would need to pay £120m.
The versatile attacker has scored 19 goals and registered 13 assists in 80 games since joining the Hammers in 2023 — operating across multiple positions in the final third.
He’s under contract until 2028, but according to TEAMtalk, Kudus is ready to take the next step, with Chelsea, Tottenham, and Liverpool all interested.
Liverpool Move Edges Closer
According to Matt Thielen (LFC Transfer Room), Kudus’ agent has already told Liverpool the player would accept lower wages if it means sealing a move to Anfield.
Slot is a known admirer, having publicly praised Kudus after West Ham’s visit to Anfield last season, calling his performance “outstanding.” Kudus, who shares similar traits with Díaz — dribbling, aggression, and versatility — is viewed internally as a potential replacement.
With Díaz agitating for a transfer and both Darwin Núñez and Harvey Elliott potentially heading for the exit door, Kudus is now firmly on Liverpool’s radar.
Tottenham Left Frustrated
Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy is reportedly “hugely disappointed” by Kudus’ stance.
Per GiveMeSport, Levy had made Kudus a priority and even overruled new boss Thomas Frank, who preferred Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze. Talks between Spurs and West Ham have already taken place, but with Kudus fixated on Anfield, Spurs face an uphill battle.
What’s Next for Liverpool?
• Talks for Marc Guehi are progressing, with reports of an agreement in principle.
• Luis Díaz is unsettled, with Bayern Munich making a move for the Colombian.
• Newcastle are planning a swoop for a fringe Liverpool attacker as they brace for offers for Isak.
• Liverpool have just extended the contract of one of their most exciting youngsters, who debuted at 16.
With Kudus now pushing for a switch and Guehi nearing the finish line, Arne Slot’s Liverpool rebuild is moving fast.