Insider: Aston Villa set sights on deal to sign West Ham star - 'They might have no choice but to let him go'

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(Credit: Imago) Aston Villa set sights on Crysenico Summerville, West Ham could have no choice other than to let him go Wed 8 April 2026 12:00, UK Aston Villa have set their sights on a deal to sign West Ham star Crysencio Summerville, alongside a number of other suitors this summer.The 24-year-old has enjoyed a strong season despite the Hammers battling against relegation, and there is a feeling he could be lured away from the London Stadium.This comes as West Ham could be forced to sell players given a difficult financial situation, and Villa are now among those keen to take advantage.Former Aston Villa and West Ham scout Mick Brown told Football Insider that Summerville could become available as part of a “huge” summer of player sales in East London.Unai Emery is believed to be keen to add new wingers to his squad given the lack of wide options, as Aston Villa prepare to enter the transfer market. 🔄 Aston Villa Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on signings, departures, and contract news from the Aston Villa boardroom. VISIT THE VILLA TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Crysencio Summerville could complete Aston Villa switchBrown told Football Insider on 10 March that West Ham could be forced to sell Summerville at the end of the season as their financial concerns grow.The winger is one of their most high-value players, aside from the likes of Jarrod Bowen and Matheus Fernandez who the Hammers are reluctant to sell.Crysencio SummervilleWest Ham Stats 2025-26Appearances27Starts23Minutes Played2100Goals7Assists4Crysencio Summverille’s stats for West Ham in 2025-26.

(via Transfermarkt)Tottenham were heavily linked with a move in the mid-season transfer window, but Aston Villa are now prepared to join the race and could get a deal done.“Summerville has had a very impressive season for West Ham,” Brown told Football Insider.“Even though they’ve been struggling, it’s probably been his best season since the move from Leeds.“If West Ham go down, or if their financial issues are as bad as has been suggested, they might have no choice but to let him go for the right offer.“It could be a huge window for West Ham in that respect, if they’re losing key players.“Summerville is a very talented player, and if somebody like that becomes available, there’s always going to be interest from other clubs in the Premier League.“Aston Villa, for example, are going to be looking for a new winger because that’s an area of their squad where they are really lacking.“Unai Emery will want to improve their and add some quality, so if they’re made aware of his availability, they could well make a move.“They won’t be the only team having a look at him, though.”Why could West Ham be forced to sell players?Former Everton CEO Keith Wyness told Football Insider on 6 March that West Ham face a mass player exodus as they have no choice but to cash in on their assets.The Hammers have reported losses of £104million in the last year, and will have to sell players to balance the books, with the 24-year-old seen as a sellable asset.Credit: ImagoShould the Hammers suffer relegation, their financial issues will only worsen, with big-name exits more than likely as they will be forced to cash in.Summerville is not the only player who could be on his way out, with a number of Nuno Espirito Santo’s prized assets subject to growing interest.The likes of Bowen, Fernandez and El Hadji Malick Diouf have all been linked with moves away if the Hammers fail to stay in the Premier League. 🦁 ASTON VILLA INSIDER UPDATE 🦁 Get the inside track on the Villa Park dugout, transfer strategy, player wages, and technical leadership at Bodymoor Heath. Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from Villa Park.