Al-Hilal have completed their sixth summer signing by acquiring Dutch winger Crysencio Summerville from West Ham United on a four-year contract through 2030. The Saudi Arabian club announced the transfer on Friday after Summerville penned terms at their training camp in Austria, where he has begun preparations for the new season with his teammates.
Club owner Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal personally financed the entire transfer, demonstrating Al-Hilal's continued investment in world-class talent. While the official fee remains undisclosed, reports indicate the deal could reach as high as €80 million, positioning Summerville among the most expensive acquisitions ever made in the Saudi Pro League. Only a handful of signings have commanded larger transfer fees in the league's history.
Summerville's Recent Form and Versatility
The 24-year-old winger showcased his quality at the recent World Cup, where he contributed two goals and two assists despite not starting consistently for the Netherlands. His domestic output last season proved equally impressive, with 34 appearances for West Ham yielding seven goals and five assists across all competitions.
Summerville's natural position sits on the left wing, though his technical ability allows him to operate effectively on the right flank. His skillset extends beyond pure winging duties—he can function as an out-and-out striker or deeper playmaker when tactical requirements demand it, offering his new club tactical flexibility in attacking transitions.
This transfer represents another significant statement of intent from Al-Hilal as they continue building a squad capable of competing at the highest levels of Asian and continental football ahead of the new campaign.
