AS Roma have reportedly reignited their interest in West Ham United winger Crysencio Summerville.
The Italian giants are looking to add Premier League flair to their attacking ranks before the January transfer deadline.
Summerville has finally found form for the struggling Premier League side and it has reportedly caught the attention of Roma.
While West Ham are currently embroiled in a tense battle for Premier League stability, the allure of European football in the Italian capital is expected to test the player’s resolve.
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Roma’s interest in Summerville is not entirely new; the club previously scouted the winger during his prolific tenure at Leeds United.
However, after a string of match-winning performances for West Ham, including a vital goal in the recent 3-1 victory over Sunderland, his stock has reached an all-time high.
Sources in Italy suggest that Roma view Summerville as the ideal profile to inject pace and unpredictability into their front line.
With the player entering his prime, the Giallorossi are weighing up whether to test West Ham’s “not for sale” stance with a formal approach.
Hammers Determined to Keep Attacker
Despite the mounting interest from abroad and heavy domestic links to London rivals Tottenham Hotspur, the message from the London Stadium remains firm.
West Ham insiders insist that Summerville is central to the club’s long-term plans and is not available for a cut-price fee.
Having paid approximately £25 million for the former EFL Player of the Season in 2024, the Hammers would likely demand a significant premium to even consider a seat at the negotiating table.
For Nuno Espirito Santo, losing a player who has scored in back-to-back games during a relegation fight would be considered “self-sabotage.”
In fact, the former Wolves manager is closing in on a transfer for Adama Traore as he looks to add to his ranks.
Why Europe is Watching Summerville
Summerville’s recent form has not only attracted club scouts but has also led to growing calls for a senior Netherlands international call-up.
His ability to drive at defenders and his improved clinical edge in front of goal make him a rare commodity in the January market.
Recent form includes goals in consecutive matches against Tottenham and Sunderland.
Will the Giallorossi Strike Before the Deadline?
Roma must move quickly if they are to lure Summerville away from the Premier League.
The Italian club is reportedly exploring various structures, including a potential loan-to-buy agreement, though West Ham are expected to reject anything short of a blockbuster permanent offer.
As it stands, the ball is in Roma’s court. Whether they can provide an offer lucrative enough to tempt a struggling West Ham to part with their best attacking asset remains the biggest question of the deadline week.
Elsewhere, former West Ham loanee Evan Ferguson is expected to leave Roma in the January transfer window.
