West Ham set to sign former Man Utd and Arsenal target

Ajax star Mohammed Kudus
Ajax star Mohammed Kudus. Photo by Shutterstock.

West Ham United are close to reaching an agreement with Dutch giants Ajax over the signing of midfielder Mohammed Kudus.

Reports suggests the deal that is being discussed is worth an initial €41.5million and €3million in performance related add-ons.

Kudus is expected to be ready to sign a five-year contract, with the Hammers having an option for a further 12 months.

Kudus was strongly linked with the likes of Manchester United, Arsenal and Brighton earlier in the transfer window.