The curtain has finally closed on Crysencio Summerville's time at West Ham United, with the Netherlands international winger making the blockbuster move to Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia for a staggering £60 million. The deal, which had been simmering beneath the surface all week, has now come to fruition – and it's a transfer that will leave Hammers fans both stunned and saddened.
Summerville, just 24 years young, was an integral part of David Moyes' squad during his two-year stint in East London. A whopping 56 appearances, eight goals, and a string of memorable moments later, it's hard to argue with the significant investment made by Al-Hilal in securing his services.
That said, Summerville was also part of the West Ham team that slumped into relegation dogfight last season – a stark reminder of the ups and downs that come with life at the top (or bottom) of English football. With the new season looming on the horizon, Moyes will have to regroup and refocus his squad as they prepare for an uncertain Premier League return.
Meanwhile, Summerville's exit has earned him a chance to shine in the lucrative Saudi Pro League – where he'll be joined by some of the world's top talent. On the international stage, he recently made waves with four World Cup appearances, notching crucial goals against Japan and Sweden in the group stages.
The £60 million windfall from Al-Hilal will provide a much-needed boost to West Ham's coffers – following the departure of Mateus Fernandes earlier this summer. That deal reportedly netted an eye-watering £85 million for Spurs, leaving many wondering what Moyes has planned next as he tries to rebuild and restore his team's top-flight credentials.