Roma pushes to sign Crysencio Summerville amid Manchester United competition

AS Roma has entered the race to sign Crysencio Summerville from West Ham United, joining a crowded field of suitors that includes Manchester United, PSG, Chelsea, and Fulham. The 24-year-old Dutch winger has become one of the most in-demand players of the summer transfer window, and his club’s recent relegation from the Premier League has only accelerated the feeding frenzy.

West Ham has reportedly set an asking price of around £50 million, roughly €58 million, for a player they acquired from Leeds United in August 2024 for €29.3 million.

Why everyone wants Summerville

Summerville’s stock has been rising steadily, but his standout performance at the 2026 World Cup for the Netherlands pushed it into overdrive. He scored against Japan during the tournament, putting himself firmly on the radar of clubs across Europe’s top leagues.

Manchester United has reportedly inquired about his availability as a potential left-wing option. That interest could be tied to the ongoing situation surrounding Marcus Rashford at Old Trafford, which has created uncertainty about United’s attacking depth going forward.

Aston Villa has also reportedly expressed interest, adding yet another name to an already lengthy list of potential destinations.

West Ham’s relegation changes everything

West Ham dropping out of the top flight has prompted widespread speculation about which players will head for the exit. Summerville is arguably the most high-profile name on that list, given his age, trajectory, and international profile.

The £50 million asking price signals that West Ham isn’t looking to sell at a discount just because they’ve been relegated. They paid €29.3 million for him less than two years ago. With Roma, United, PSG, Chelsea, Fulham, and Villa all circling, West Ham has the luxury of letting interested parties bid against each other.

As of mid-July 2026, no confirmed deal has materialized. The transfer window remains open, and negotiations across multiple fronts are ongoing.

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