DEAL ACCEPTED: Mohammed Kudus Signs 5-Year, €45 Million Contract with Tottenham Hotspur as Their New No. 10…. See more…….
London, July 16, 2025 — Tottenham Hotspur have officially announced the signing of Ghanaian attacking midfielder Mohammed Kudus from West Ham United in a deal worth €45 million. The 24-year-old has penned a five-year contract, keeping him at the North London club until 2030. Kudus will wear the iconic No. 10 shirt, previously donned by club legends such as Harry Kane and Glenn Hoddle.
The deal marks a major coup for Spurs, who beat off interest from several top European clubs to secure Kudus’s signature. His versatility, dynamism, and creativity were key attributes that attracted Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou, who has made no secret of his desire to add more attacking flair and ball progression to his squad ahead of the 2025/26 season.
A Standout Performer
Kudus joined West Ham from Ajax in 2023 and quickly became a standout performer in the Premier League. During the 2024/25 season, he scored 12 goals and provided 8 assists across all competitions, drawing praise for his explosive dribbling, quick feet, and ability to operate both centrally and on the flanks.
He was a bright spark in a turbulent season for the Hammers, and his individual brilliance did not go unnoticed. Tottenham’s technical director, Johan Lange, who had been tracking Kudus since his Ajax days, reportedly pushed hard to bring the Ghanaian international to North London.
Kudus on the Move
Speaking after the official announcement, Kudus expressed his excitement about joining Tottenham:
> “I’m thrilled to be here. Tottenham is a massive club with great history and ambition. I’ve always admired their style of play and the support from their fans. Wearing the No. 10 shirt is an honor and a responsibility I take very seriously. I can’t wait to get started and give everything for this badge.”
Spurs’ Ambition Under Postecoglou
This signing is the latest in a series of moves that reflect Tottenham’s renewed ambition under Postecoglou. With the departure of Richarlison earlier this summer and uncertainty surrounding the future of some midfielders, Kudus is expected to slot into an advanced attacking role — either as a central playmaker or inverted winger in Postecoglou’s fluid 4-3-3 system.
Club insiders believe Kudus’s signing signals a shift toward a more high-tempo, possession-oriented brand of football, with the Ghanaian’s press-resistance and flair fitting the manager’s tactical blueprint perfectly.
Reaction from Fans and Pundits
Spurs fans have widely welcomed the move, with many viewing it as a statement of intent. Social media was abuzz with excitement, particularly over Kudus inheriting the No. 10 jersey.
Former Spurs striker Jermain Defoe praised the signing, saying:
> “Kudus is a proper talent — strong, technical, fearless. He’s the kind of player who can make things happen out of nothing. Spurs have landed a gem here.”
What’s Next?
Kudus will join up with the Tottenham squad for their pre-season tour in the United States later this week, and could make his debut in the club’s friendly against Inter Miami. He is expected to be fully integrated into the squad before the start of the Premier League season in August.
With this marquee signing, Tottenham fans have renewed hope of returning to the top four — and perhaps even challenging
