Official: After Raphinha refused, Al Hilal recruited Summerville
Crysencio Summerville joined Al Hilal after an impressive display at the World Cup, leaving West Ham for a large transfer fee.
Official: After Raphinha refused, Al Hilal recruited Summerville
According to Mundodeportivo.
Why this is important
Crysencio Summerville joining Al Hilal marks an important step in his career, leaving the Premier League to join the Saudi Pro League. This deal not only helps Al Hilal strengthen the squad, but also reflects the increasing attractiveness of Saudi Arabian clubs to the world's top talents.
Main point
- Official: After Raphinha refused, Al Hilal recruited Summerville.
- Crysencio Summerville joined Al Hilal after an impressive display at the World Cup, leaving West Ham for a large transfer fee.
- Oficial: tras el 'no' de Raphinha, el Al Hilal ficha a Summerville por un dineral.
Crysencio Summerville, the 24-year-old winger, has officially become a player for Al Hilal, Saudi Arabia's top football team. This deal took place after the player had outstanding performances at the 2026 World Cup, where he scored 2 goals and had 2 assists for the Dutch team. However, he missed a decisive opportunity when he missed a penalty kick in the match in which the Netherlands was eliminated by Morocco in the round of 16 with a score of 1-1 (Morocco won 3-2 on penalties).
West Ham United has agreed to let Summerville leave for a transfer fee of up to 73 million euros, plus an additional 13 million euros in additional conditions. Officially signing with Al Hilal, Summerville will have a 4-year contract, with a salary of about 16 million euros per season. He joined a stable of star players at Al Hilal, including Karim Benzema, Theo Hernández and Moroccan goalkeeper Yassine Bounou, who saved his penalty in that forgettable match.
This deal took place in the context that Al Hilal was looking for alternatives after Raphinha rejected an attractive offer to continue with Barcelona. Previously, West Ham had also nearly reached a transfer agreement with Roma for about 50 million euros for this player. However, in an unexpected turn of events, Al Hilal made a more attractive offer, forcing Summerville to make the decision to leave the Premier League.
Summerville joined West Ham in 2024 and during his time here, he scored 5 goals and had 4 assists in 31 matches, however, he could not help the team avoid relegation from the Premier League at the end of last season. Fulham have also shown interest in him under new coach Álvaro Arbeloa.
With a large transfer price and expectations from Al Hilal, fans are looking forward to Crysencio Summerville's performance in the new shirt in Saudi Arabia.
What happens next
With Summerville joining Al Hilal, fans will expect him to make a big impact next season, especially in Saudi Pro League matches. At the same time, West Ham will need to find suitable alternatives to maintain squad strength in the context of fierce competition in the Premier League.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many goals did Crysencio Summerville score at the 2026 World Cup?
Crysencio Summerville scored 2 goals at the 2026 World Cup.
Al Hilal recruited Summerville for how much?
Al Hilal recruited Summerville for a transfer fee of up to 73 million euros, plus an additional 13 million euros in additional conditions.
What team did Summerville play for before joining Al Hilal?
Summerville played for West Ham United before joining Al Hilal.
Where is Al Hilal in the Saudi Pro League standings?
Information about Al Hilal's position on the Saudi Pro League rankings is not mentioned in the article.
How long will Summerville sign a contract with Al Hilal?
Summerville will sign a contract with Al Hilal for 4 years.
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