Roma have stepped up their interest in Crysencio Summerville, adding another possible destination for the West Ham winger as Nuno Espírito Santo reshapes his squad.
Summerville’s representatives are currently in Rome and could meet the Serie A club’s directors in the coming days.
Gianluca Di Marzio reports that Roma are assessing several wide attackers, including Summerville, Chelsea’s Alejandro Garnacho and Strasbourg winger Diego Moreira.
Roma have already submitted proposals for Garnacho and Moreira. Summerville remains under consideration as the Italian club examine the cost and structure of a possible deal.
The Football Italia report does not confirm that Roma have submitted an offer to West Ham.
West Ham cannot allow the situation to drift
Manchester United have already shown interest in Summerville, who remains one of West Ham’s most valuable players following relegation.
ReadWestHam previously reported that United held initial talks over a possible £50m move, with Michael Carrick’s side identifying him as a leading option on the left.
Interest from Roma could strengthen West Ham’s negotiating position if it develops into a formal approach.
Summerville scored twice for the Netherlands at the World Cup and remains capable of playing at Premier League level. His pace and direct running would also be difficult for Nuno to replace before the Championship season begins.
West Ham must therefore avoid accepting a reduced fee simply because the club were relegated.
The difficulty concerns timing. Nuno needs clarity over his attacking options, while any money raised from Summerville’s departure would need to be reinvested quickly.
Roma have not yet reached that stage. However, their interest gives West Ham another situation to manage as the competition for the winger continues to grow.
