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West Ham United appear to be closing in on the signing of Tottenham Hotspur winger Manor Solomon.

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The Israel international has been named as one of West Ham's top targets in their search for a viable Crysencio Summerville replacement.

He has spent the last two seasons out on loan from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

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While he struggled in spells with Villarreal and Fiorentina, the 27-year-old starred for Leeds United in the Championship.

During Leeds' journey towards the Championship title with 100 points, Solomon netted 10 second-tier goals.

But since then he has largely underwhelmed, although a thigh injury kept him sidelined for much of his time in Italy.

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However, West Ham appear to have identified the left-winger as the best possible player to replace Summerville following the Dutchman's switch to Al-Hilal.

And while rumours have intensified over the last week, fans have been handed the biggest hint yet that his destination this summer will indeed be London Stadium.

Solomon's agent calls West Ham a 'big club'

In an interview Solomon's agent Shlomi Ben Ezra specifically named West Ham when discussing his client's immediate future.

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It further fuels the belief that the Hammers are close to agreeing a deal to bring him back to England.

Speaking to Sport5.co.il, he said: "We'll see what happens in the coming days.

"Manor wants to play football, to be a significant player. I believe that will happen in the coming days.

"I believe that he will play in England in the coming year, most likely.

"Manor is not supposed to be a regular player at Tottenham, at least in the near future.

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"If I were a Tottenham player, I too would aspire to reach a club where I am part of the squad. That is the goal.

"A football player's career is short, and Manor has been in Europe for eight years, and wants to be a factor.

"He just needs the right place for him.

"West Ham is a huge club. Yossi Benayoun and Eyal Berkovic were also there."

West Ham the "perfect place" for Solomon

Solomon's desire to play regularly means a move to West Ham makes perfect sense.

With Summerville gone and Nuno Espirito Santo desperately short of pace and creativity in attack, Solomon would be arriving as a regular starter for the Hammers.

He has also proven he can deliver in a Championship promotion push, having done it for Leeds just two seasons ago.

However, his injury record does leave some doubts as to how reliable he will be during a long and hard 46-game campaign.

Since 18/19, when playing for Maccabi Petah Tikva, Solomon has missed 114 games from 15 different injuries.

In total, he's missed around two-and-a-half years of the last eight through injury.

That includes knee surgery forcing him to miss 21 games while on loan at Fulham and a meniscus problem sidelining him for 40 games at Spurs.

That won't fill many with a lot of confidence heading into the new season.

However, if he signs and is successful as both Benayoun and Berkovic, he'll eventually leave London Stadium as a cult hero.

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West Ham United and Tottenham Hotspur are both embroiled in a tense battle to avoid relegation this season.

The Hammers sit 18th in the Premier League, just a single point behind Spurs in 16th, making every remaining fixture crucial for both sides.

For all the latest West Ham transfer news, confirmed signings and rumours, visit our dedicated transfer centre here.

Despite struggling themselves, Tottenham are reportedly already planning for the summer transfer window, with their attention drawn to one of West Ham’s most “incredible” stars.

Spurs Leading Race for Summerville

According to TEAMtalk, Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly “leading the race” to sign Crysencio Summerville ahead of the summer window.

The 24-year-old has been a key figure for West Ham this season, helping the team cope with a challenging campaign, scoring five Premier League goals since the turn of the year.

Spurs are believed to be eyeing the Dutch forward as part of a squad overhaul following a disappointing 2025/26 season, seeing him as a potential creative spark in their attacking line.

Summerville’s Future Hinges on Survival

Summerville’s next move is likely to depend on West Ham’s fight against relegation. The Hammers are prioritizing Premier League survival, and if they succeed, they are expected to keep hold of the winger.

While Tottenham could offer him a fresh challenge, staying at the London Stadium may remain the more realistic option if West Ham retain their top-flight status.

How the season ends will ultimately shape both the club’s summer plans and Summerville’s immediate future.

While West Ham find themselves stuck in 18th and fighting to escape the drop, Tottenham are enjoying a far more comfortable campaign.

Sitting inside the top five with a settled back line and an in-form attack — including former Hammer Mohamed Kudus – Thomas Frank’s side are flying.

That success, however, has left certain Spurs players on the fringes, and one of them is now being pushed towards a January switch to east London.

Solomon Urged to Join West Ham

Spanish reports recently revealed that West Ham are exploring a move for Tottenham winger Manor Solomon, who is currently enduring a difficult loan spell at Villarreal.

El Periódico Mediterráneo claims the Israeli international is unsettled in Spain and unhappy with his lack of minutes, and has already asked Spurs to end the loan early so he can return to the Premier League.

That possibility has sparked growing encouragement among Israeli pundits, who believe West Ham would be an ideal landing spot.

Sport1 journalist Niv Dovrat explained: “West Ham have a coach whose playing style – defensive football and going on outbursts – could be a great fit for Manor.

“I’ve spoken to people close to him in recent days; he doesn’t regret going to Villarreal because in the end, in life you take chances.”

He added that a January return is entirely plausible if things don’t change: “If things don’t improve drastically, it’s not impossible that he will return in January. A team like Leeds that he knows very well, like West Ham, like Burnley, who made inquiries about him in the summer.”

Former Atlético Madrid star Avi Nimni, who played in England with Derby County, went even further.

“I wish he would go to West Ham,” said Nimni. “This is a team that is just perfect for him.”

With West Ham seeking more pace, creativity and depth out wide, Solomon’s situation could present a realistic January opportunity — and he has no shortage of people urging him to take it.

West Ham United may finally be showing signs of life under Nuno Espírito Santo, with back-to-back Premier League wins injecting some much-needed optimism into what has been a difficult season.

But despite the uplift, the Hammers remain in the relegation zone, and it’s clear that January reinforcements are essential — particularly in attack and out wide, where consistency has been hard to come by beyond Jarrod Bowen.

Now, in a surprising twist, West Ham are reportedly eyeing an unexpected target from a fierce London rival.

West Ham Considering Solomon Move

A report from Spain claims that West Ham are weighing up a January move for Tottenham winger Manor Solomon.

According to El Periódico Mediterráneo, the 26-year-old is unhappy on loan at Villarreal, where he has struggled to settle and is frustrated by his lack of playing time. The winger is said to have informed Tottenham that he wants his loan spell terminated early so he can return to England.

That potential Premier League return could open the door for West Ham.

With Nuno keen to add pace, creativity and versatility in the wide areas, Solomon is viewed as a player who can operate across the front line and bring something different to the attack. His ceiling is certainly high — Kevin De Bruyne once described him as “excellent” — and his spell at Leeds last season showcased exactly why.

While on loan in the Championship, Solomon registered 10 goals and 12 assists, offering a mix of sharp movement, ball-carrying ability, and end product from the flanks.

A deal won’t necessarily be straightforward. Historically, West Ham and Tottenham have rarely done business, but with Daniel Levy no longer directly handling all negotiations — and the Kudus-to-Spurs deal in the summer proceeding without issues — the relationship between the clubs may be less frosty than years past.

Given Luis Guilherme looks set to leave and Adama Traoré is strongly linked, Solomon could provide a more technical, creative alternative to the raw pace Nuno already favours.

Whether Spurs would sanction a move to a local rival is another matter entirely — but West Ham’s interest is very real.

With just one win in nine Premier League games and two managers already in the dugout, Nuno Espírito Santo has inherited a squad struggling for confidence and cohesion.

January can’t come soon enough for the Hammers — a chance to reset, rebuild, and bring in much-needed reinforcements.

But while arrivals are expected, departures could also be on the cards.

Star midfielder Lucas Paquetá is reportedly pushing for an exit — and now another key figure could be heading for the door.

Spurs Make Offer for Bowen

According to a new report from Spanish outlet Fichajes, Tottenham Hotspur have made an audacious £60 million offer to sign Jarrod Bowen from West Ham ahead of the January transfer window.

Despite sitting near the top of the table, Spurs boss Thomas Frank is said to be seeking more attacking depth and sees Bowen as an ideal fit for his high-energy system.

The 27-year-old has been one of the few bright spots in a dismal season for the Hammers, scoring three goals and continuing to lead by example despite the team’s struggles.

Fichajes claims that Tottenham are “offering £60 million” for the forward, who was once described as “mind-blowing” by former Premier League defender Micah Richards. The report adds that Bowen “may be considering leaving the London project” amid West Ham’s ongoing decline.

A January deal would be difficult to pull off — particularly given Bowen’s importance to the side — but with the club in crisis and funds needed to back Nuno in the market, a big-money bid could test West Ham’s resolve.

West Ham’s 2025/26 season couldn’t have started much worse.

After a 3-0 hammering at newly promoted Sunderland and a 5-1 drubbing at the hands of Chelsea, the Hammers sit rooted to the bottom of the Premier League, having conceded eight and scored just once. The mood around the London Stadium is grim, and the cracks are showing.

Performance-wise, there’s been little to shout about.

Mads Hermansen, brought in to solve West Ham’s goalkeeping woes, has struggled in the opening matches. James Ward-Prowse and Maximilian Kilman haven’t exactly inspired confidence either.

Amid the gloom, however, one shining light remains: Lucas Paquetá. The Brazilian midfielder, scorer of West Ham’s solitary goal so far—against Chelsea no less—stands out as the team’s best performer in a truly bleak start to the campaign.

Sadly for the Hammers, it now seems he could be on the move.

Spurs Interested in Paquetá

According to a new report from the Daily Mail, Tottenham Hotspur have entered the race for Lucas Paquetá.

The 27-year-old Brazilian, described as “quality” by fellow countryman and former Chelsea star Felipe Luis, is reportedly open to a switch to European football after a challenging year at West Ham, which has included off-field betting allegations.

Spurs, along with Aston Villa, are said to be keen on securing the midfielder’s signature. Paquetá, who was courted by Manchester City in 2023, could be allowed to leave if West Ham receive a suitable offer that also strengthens their first-team options elsewhere.

Tottenham’s interest comes as the north London club seeks reinforcements following James Maddison’s injury and after missing out on Morgan Gibbs-White and Eberechi Eze.

Having already signed Mohamed Kudus from West Ham, adding Paquetá would significantly boost their attacking options—but for West Ham, losing him would be a huge blow.

For the Hammers, Paquetá departing now would feel like the final nail in the coffin, taking away arguably their most influential player at a time when points and morale are desperately needed.

The London Stadium faithful can only hope that the club can somehow hold on to their star—at least until they find a proper replacement.

Mohammed Kudus may have sparked a bidding war for his services.

We’ve known for a while now that the Ghanaian will likely be sold this summer. His form last season was way off the levels he displayed the season before, while West Ham also need to raise precious transfer funds before they can start to reinvest in the squad.

Earlier this week it emerged that Tottenham were in talks with both the club and the forward about a potential move to north London, while last week it had been reported that Arsenal were also exploring a possible deal.

As things stand, according to Fabrizio Romano, a switch to Spurs looks the most likely. It’s claimed Kudus is open to a move to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, seemingly undeterred by the fact such a move would anger the Hammers’ fanbase.

Meanwhile, Chelsea are also interested in the former Ajax star.

But it’s now being claimed Kudus’ representatives have informed Liverpool that he would be willing to take a pay cut to join the Premier League champions should they decide to enter the race for his signature.

That’s claimed by LFC Transfer Room’s Matt Thielen, who said on X: “Mohammed Kudus’ agent has informed Liverpool that the player would be open to accepting a reduced salary should the club express interest in securing his services amid interest from Tottenham and Chelsea.”

That’s hard to believe given Kudus is earning about £90k-a-week at West Ham, although that figure is unverified by Capology. It would be a surprise if the forward would be willing to go any lower than that given his quality and the fact he is likely to be signing for a club competing in the Champions League next season.

It’s being widely reported that despite Kudus’ £85m release clause, it could take just £60m to convince West Ham to sell the 24-year-old.

Spurs’ opening bid was reportedly for £50m plus £5m of add-ons, which was rejected by West Ham’s hierarchy.

Should Liverpool officially enter the race for Kudus, it’s a scenario that could play into West Ham’s hands quite nicely. While there appears to be an acceptance that the club will need to accept a fee less than his £85m release clause, having more than one club making bids it’s more likely they’ll get more than £60m valuation they currently have.

Indeed, there is no evidence just yet that Liverpool will act on Kudus’ agent’s proposal and make an official bid but given Chelsea, Arsenal and even Newcastle have all been credited with serious interest in the Ghana international, it would be a surprise if Spurs are allowed a free run at signing him.

One thing for sure is that we are heading closer to the end of Kudus’ time as a West Ham player as his London Stadium exit looks more and more likely by the day.