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‘Big ambitions’ – Summerville finally reveals two reasons he left West Ham for Saudi

Crysencio Summerville inked a four-year contract when completing his £60 million summer switch from West Ham United to Saudi Arabian outfit Al-Hilal. Whether the Dutchman…

Published: Wednesday, 30 September 2026 at 7:30 PM
‘Big ambitions’ – Summerville finally reveals two reasons he left West Ham for Saudi
Key Things to Know
  • Crysencio Summerville revealed faith and finances were the two key reasons behind his move to Al-Hilal.
  • Summerville completed a permanent £60 million transfer from West Ham United on a four-year contract.
  • The winger confirmed he holds ambitions to eventually return to European club football.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Crysencio Summerville has revealed that faith and financial compensation drove his permanent transfer from West Ham United to Al-Hilal. The 24-year-old Dutch winger completed a £60 million summer move to the Saudi Arabian club, signing a four-year contract reportedly worth £245,000 per week despite earlier interest from European clubs including Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain.

Speaking at a press conference alongside Netherlands national team manager Xavi Hernandez, Summerville confirmed his ambition to eventually return to Europe. Xavi praised Summerville's technical versatility and backed the forward to establish himself as a top player in Europe in the future.

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