West Ham: Al-Hilal agree £68m Crysencio Summerville deal
West Ham has agreed to sell winger Crysencio Summerville to Saudi club Al-Hilal for a deal worth up to £60 million. The sale is part of West Ham's strategy to reduce their wage bill and raise funds following their relegation from the Premier League.
Why it matters
This transaction illustrates the financial challenges faced by relegated clubs and the role of international investment in balancing their books.
Image source, Getty Images By Sami Mokbel , Senior football correspondent and Nizaar Kinsella , Football reporter Published 21 July 2026 Saudi club Al-Hilal have agreed a deal worth £60m to sign winger Crysencio Summerville from West Ham.
The Netherlands international, 24, has clearance to undergo a medical after a deal worth an initial £55m and a further £5m in add-ons was accepted by the Hammers on Tuesday afternoon.
West Ham had previously rejected an offer in the region of £40m for Summerville, who was also reportedly a target for Aston Villa, but a move to the Riyadh-based club is now expected.
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