The summer chase for Crysencio Summerville has taken a sharp turn away from England. Manchester United and Chelsea were among the clubs linked with the Dutch winger, but Al Hilal have moved into pole position with what has been described as an agreement worth around $90 million.<\/p>\n
The Athletic reported the deal, though a medical still has to be completed before an official announcement can follow. Corriere dello Sport\u2019s Eleonora Trotta said Summerville has been offered a four-year contract, with annual pay in the region of $13.7-17.1 million. Roma had also shown interest, with a bid around $56 million threatening to complicate the picture, while their own offer was thought to be $4.6 million.<\/p>\n
Summerville\u2019s stock remains high despite West Ham United\u2019s relegation. The Dutch international still delivered a strong individual return, finishing with seven goals and five assists. That output helped secure him a place in the Netherlands\u2019 World Cup squad, where he contributed to four goals in four matches.<\/p>\n
For Al Hilal, this would amount to a notable statement. The Saudi Pro League club have not spent this heavily on one player since they paid more than $100 million for Neymar Jr. in 2023. It is also another reminder of the division\u2019s power in the market, where Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema and Sadio Man\u00e9 already feature among the headline names.<\/p>\n
The move leaves Manchester United and Chelsea to reconsider their plans. United may already have a solution for the left wing, even if the hierarchy is not entirely convinced. After Marcus Rashford\u2019s buyout clause expired, the academy graduate is set to return to Old Trafford, at least for preseason following his post-World Cup hiatus.<\/p>\n
Rashford impressed during last season\u2019s loan spell at Barcelona, but Hansi Flick preferred Anthony Gordon because of concerns over his work rate off the ball. Even so, United\u2019s more reactive approach under the promoted interim coach could suit him, with less need to press high.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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