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West Ham have confirmed that Chelsea have made an official approach with a cash-plus-player offer for Mohammed Kudus.
Earlier today, Hammers News exclusively reported that the Blues had offered a group of players — including Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Robert Sánchez, Carney Chukwuemeka, Tosin Adarabioyo, and Trevoh Chalobah — as part of a deal to lure the Ghanaian winger to Stamford Bridge.
Since then, Claret & Hugh have spoken to a top official at West Ham, who has verified the approach and revealed the Hammers’ firm response.
“Sadly, none of the players interest us,” said the source, confirming the bid was rejected outright.
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As we’ve reported consistently since October, Kudus has been up for sale, and it was only injuries to Jarrod Bowen, Michail Antonio, and Niclas Füllkrug that prevented his departure in January.
West Ham are clearly looking to bank a significant fee for the 24-year-old and are not prepared to accept fringe players in return.
As things stand, the club are deep in negotiations for a French-based target, and cold hard cash is far more appealing than any part-exchange deal.
If Chelsea are indeed serious in their intentions to sign Kudus, they’ll have to return with a far more tempting transfer offer.