Newcastle Eyes Mohammed Kudus Transfer from West Ham

Newcastle United is set to compete with Arsenal and Liverpool for West Ham's Mohammed Kudus, whose asking price is reportedly £90 million with an £85 million release clause active in the summer. Kudus, who joined West Ham from Ajax for £38 million, has had a mixed start to the season, scoring only twice in 12 appearances following a suspension. Newcastle's manager, Eddie Howe, acknowledged that the club needs to sell players, potentially Miguel Almiron, to finance a move, as they are constrained by Premier League Profit and Sustainability rules. Arsenal also considers Kudus a valuable addition amid speculation about Leandro Trossard's future, while Liverpool's assistant manager has prior connections with Kudus that could influence his decision. The competition for the Ghanaian international highlights the interest in his versatility and attacking prowess. However, any deal for Kudus may depend on Newcastle's ability to offload players before January's transfer window.