Manchester United have done some smart business in midfield already this summer, bringing in Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans for a combined £85 million with add-ons. Now they’ve got their eyes on the attack, and the name at the top of the list is Crysencio Summerville.
According to The Guardian, United’s plan hinges on moving Marcus Rashford first — either by sale or loan. The England forward is on a £17.5 million-a-year deal, and that salary makes it complicated. But if they can clear that off the books, the next move is clear: go get Summerville.
The asking price and the player
West Ham’s Dutch forward is valued around £30 million, which in today’s market feels like a reasonable number for a guy who was directly involved in four goals for the Netherlands at the World Cup. He’s 24, versatile, and plays mostly on the left — exactly the profile United are looking for.
What makes Summerville interesting is the unpredictability he brings. He’s got explosive pace and can beat defenders one-on-one, which is something United’s attack has lacked at times. His West Ham teammate Jean-Clair Todibo put it bluntly back in March: “At the moment, he’s just unbelievable. When he takes the ball, I think everyone is scared in the league.”
West Ham are open to selling if the offer is right. That’s according to reports, and it makes sense — they paid around £25 million for him and would turn a small profit if United comes in at £30 million.
Summerville’s preference is clear
Earlier this month, reports surfaced that Summerville only wants to join United. He’s supposedly told his representatives that, even with other clubs sniffing around. That kind of player-driven push can make a deal happen faster, especially if United can get Rashford’s situation sorted.
The question is timing. United’s preference is to offload Rashford first, but that might not happen quickly. Other clubs know United need to move him and could wait for the price to drop. Meanwhile, Summerville is waiting.
For a guy who’s already shown he can produce in the Premier League and on the international stage, £30 million looks like a solid bet. United just has to clear the deck first.
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