West Ham United is preparing for a potential battle to retain their prized asset, Mohammed Kudus, this summer.

ESPN reports that the Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad is gearing up to make a bid for the 23-year-old forward.

The Hammers are reportedly "desperate" to keep Kudus, who has been a revelation since his transfer from the Dutch powerhouse Ajax on August 27, 2023. His impressive tally of 14 goal contributions in the Premier League has not gone unnoticed, sparking interest from other clubs.

Kudus's first season with West Ham has been nothing short of spectacular, leading to speculation about his future at the London Stadium. The Ghanaian midfielder made his debut in a thrilling 2-1 away victory against Luton Town, making a cameo appearance in the 91st minute.

His first Premier League goal came on October 9, in a hard-fought 2-2 draw against Newcastle United, where he scored a crucial equalizer in the 89th minute. According to Transfermarkt, Kudus's current market value stands at a substantial €50,000,000.