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Why Roma must act fast for West Ham Crysencio Summerville
Roma are racing to trigger West Ham United’s private £45 million release clause for Dutch winger Crysencio Summerville, a deal that will disappear in ten days, while the Italian club has proposed a £4.5 million‑a‑season salary that falls short of the player’s £6 million wage demand.
The Serie A side sees a dynamic winger as essential to strengthen its attacking options, and the Dutchman fits the profile Roma have been seeking.
A private £45 million release clause in Summerville’s West Ham contract will disappear in ten days. The clause, a private agreement between West Ham and the player’s representatives, applies to any club that wishes to trigger it.
Roma have tabled a salary of £4.5 million per season for the Dutchman. Summerville, however, is targeting a wage closer to £6 million, creating a gap that has stalled negotiations.
Alfredo Pedulla explains that the agents hold the private £45 million agreement with West Ham, which is enforceable for all interested clubs. He adds that the clause itself is not Roma’s main obstacle.
Roma set July deadline as they chase Dutch striker Summerville
Summerville’s enthusiasm for the move is clear; he has placed Roma at the top of his wishlist. His genuine interest keeps the Italian club at the forefront of his transfer considerations. Roma are now prepared to push forward and explore any openings that could facilitate the deal. Closing the salary gap is their immediate priority. If negotiations collapse, Roma could turn to Alejandro Garnacho as an alternative attacking option. Nevertheless, Summerville remains the preferred target. Pedulla notes that English clubs continue to show interest, representing Roma’s biggest threat. These clubs possess greater financial capacity, meaning the £45 million clause would not hinder them. With the clock ticking, Roma must act swiftly to secure Summerville before rival offers materialise. A failure could see the Dutchman join a Premier League side instead.