West Ham United is edging closer to securing a significant deal for Ajax’s Mohammed Kudus, according to recent reports.
The Ghana international has attracted interest from various clubs, including Manchester United and Arsenal.
However, it appears that West Ham is leading the race for his signature. The Sun suggests that a £40m deal is close, with West Ham’s technical director already in the Netherlands for discussions.
Kudus impressed during the 2022-23 season, scoring 18 goals and providing seven assists in 42 appearances for Ajax across all competitions.
He even found the net in their recent Eredivisie opener against Heracles. But with the transfer window still open, Kudus is expected to make a move to another club.
In other transfer news, Aston Villa is reportedly on the verge of finalizing a deal for Galatasaray’s Nicolo Zaniolo.
The 24-year-old attacker has been a subject of much speculation this summer, but it seems that Villa has come out on top.
Renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano claims that Zaniolo is set to sign a contract with Unai Emery’s side after successfully completing the medical examinations.
Zaniolo started his career with Virtus Estella before joining Inter Milan. Despite not making any appearances for the club, he moved to Roma in 2018.
After 128 appearances for the Italian side, he joined Galatasaray in February. Zaniolo has scored five goals and pro provided one assist in his 12 appearances for the Turkish club.
Meanwhile, Wolverhampton Wanderers are reportedly interested in acquiring Burnley midfielder Josh Brownhill before the summer transfer window closes.
The 27-year-old was a late substitute in Burnley’s recent 3-0 defeat to Manchester City. With Brownhill’s contract expiring next year, Wolverhampton Wanderers , as well as Middlesbrough, Crystal Palace, Leeds United, Everton, and Leicester City, are said to be considering making a move for the versatile midfielder.
Brownhill played a pivotal role in Burnley’s Championship-winning campaign last season, contributing seven goals and eight assists in 41 appearances.