West Ham United turn their attention to the FA Cup this weekend as they host Leeds United in a crucial quarter-final clash.
While the club’s primary focus remains firmly on avoiding relegation, the cup offers a rare opportunity to build momentum and confidence heading into the final stretch of the season.
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Progression would not only keep silverware hopes alive but also provide a much-needed lift during a tense campaign.
However, just days before the tie, the Hammers have been dealt a significant setback.
Summerville to Miss Leeds Game
Crysencio Summerville. (Kate McShane/Getty Images)
Crysencio Summerville. (Kate McShane/Getty Images)
Crysencio Summerville will not feature against his former club Leeds United this weekend after failing to recover in time from injury.
The winger has been sidelined for several weeks with a calf problem picked up during West Ham’s FA Cup win over Brentford. Despite ongoing assessments and hopes of a quick return, the match has come too soon for him.
Head coach Nuno Espírito Santo confirmed the situation, saying: “We are assessing day by day. He is improving, but it is too soon to tell the exact date he will return. But hopefully, he returns and gives us a hand [during the run-in].”
Blow at a Crucial Moment
Summerville’s absence is a major loss for West Ham at a pivotal point in the season.
Alongside Jarrod Bowen and Mateus Fernandes, the Dutch winger has been one of the club’s standout performers, offering pace, creativity, and a consistent attacking threat. His recent form has played a key role in keeping the Hammers within touching distance of safety.
With the team still battling near the bottom of the table, every attacking option is vital. A positive result against Leeds could provide a huge psychological boost ahead of upcoming Premier League fixtures — including a decisive clash with Wolves that could determine their survival hopes.
Missing Summerville for such an important game is a clear setback for West Ham, but there is optimism that his return is not far away.
If he can regain fitness in time for the run-in, he could yet play a decisive role in both their relegation battle and any continued FA Cup journey.