For 80 million euros... After a struggle with Roma and United, 'Summerville' chooses Al Hilal

24 July 2026 - 07:04 | Last updated 24 July 2026 - 07:04

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In the heart of the Austrian camp, amid the Alps, player Crysencio Summerville arrives today at noon, after Al Hilal's management succeeded in convincing the 24-year-old Dutch winger to wear the blue for 4 seasons, in a deal worth 80 million euros - 68 million pounds sterling - according to 'The Athletic'. A figure that makes it one of the most expensive transfers in the history of the Saudi league.

The story began in London

Summerville's contract with West Ham extended until 2029. But the Hammers' relegation to the Championship opened the door. The big clubs competed for him: Italian Roma offered 46 million euros, and Manchester United and Aston Villa asked, but Al Hilal was the fastest and strongest.

The player did not wait long and left to Amsterdam to complete medical examinations, then directly to Austria to sign and start training. No time to waste in the leader's project.

Who is Summerville?

He is the winger who came from Leeds to West Ham in 2024, and played 56 matches, scored 7 goals and assisted 5 in just the past season.

He is the Dutch international who shone in the recent World Cup: 4 matches, 2 goals, 2 decisive assists. And he ended his participation in a dramatic scenario by missing a penalty kick against Morocco in the round of 32.