Sources: West Ham warned 'vultures' are circling as star player could leave

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(Credit: Imago) Mon 11 May 2026 6:30, UK West Ham United are bracing for offers for Crysencio Summerville at the end of the season as “vultures” are circling, sources have told Football Insider.The 24-year-old has enjoyed a strong season despite his side’s struggles at the London Stadium, and has attracted interest from a number of Premier League rivals.With West Ham currently in the relegation zone with just three games left to play, there is a growing feeling they will be unable to keep hold of the winger.As I revealed on the latest edition of Football Insider’s Transfer Insider podcast, Summerville is in “huge demand” ahead of the summer transfer window.Much will depend on whether Nuno Espirito Santo’s side suffer relegation, but West Ham’s transfer plans could take a major hit with key players now eyeing an exit. 🔄West Ham United Transfer Update🔄 Breaking news on signings, departures, and contract news from the West Ham United boardroom. VISIT THE WEST HAM TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Could West Ham accept offers for Crysencio Summerville?Former Hammers scout Mick Brown told Football Insider in March that West Ham could be forced to sell Summerville this summer due to ongoing financial concerns.The Hammers reported significant losses in their most recent accounts, and failure to secure Premier League survival would further weaken their financial position.Crysencio Summerville2025-26 StatsAppearances31Starts27Minutes Played2445Goals7Assists4Crysencio Summerville’s stats for West Ham in 2025-26.

(via Transfermarkt)If they are relegated, it is almost inevitable Summerville will move on given the level of interest in his signature, with a number of clubs joining the race.Speaking on the Transfer Insider podcast, I explained: “West Ham don’t want to lose Summerville, but if they go down, it’ll be a real uphill task to keep hold of him.“He’s been one of West Ham’s standout players this season.“There’ll be a lot of Premier League clubs looking at the tricky winger and hoping that he could be snapped up as they capitalise of West Ham’s potential relegation.“There is also a lot of interest from abroad in Summerville because he’s had a real strong season for West Ham and is still at a good age.“West Ham know the vultures will be circling for their best players if they do suffer relegation, and Summerville is one of those who is in huge demand.”Which clubs are interested in signing Summerville?Amid a growing feeling he could be allowed to leave West Ham this summer, a number of Premier League teams have been alerted to his potential availability.Aston Villa are among the clubs who have been linked with a move in recent weeks, but they will not be alone in their pursuit, with Tottenham also on alert.Credit: ImagoFootball Insider revealed on 9 May that Tottenham could sign Summerville if they stay up at the Hammers’ expense come the end of the season.Tottenham have been long-term admirers of the Dutch winger and could revisit a move after seeing their efforts rebuffed during the January transfer window.West Ham will likely struggle to rebuff offers in the summer, with Summerville keen to remain in the Premier League rather than drop into the Championship. ⚒️ Don’t Miss a Beat: Your West Ham Insider Access Get the full story from the London Stadium and Rush Green with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from East London.