Mohammed Kudus has pledged to play a central role in West Ham United’s efforts to bounce back from a disappointing campaign, expressing his ambition to return the club to European contention during the 2025/26 season.
After reaching the quarter-finals of the UEFA Europa League last year, West Ham have struggled to replicate that momentum.
With only a few fixtures remaining, the Hammers find themselves languishing in the lower half of the Premier League table, uncomfortably close to the relegation zone.
Individually, Kudus has also fallen short of expectations this term. The Ghana international has registered just four goals in the Premier League—half of what he managed during the previous season.
Acknowledging the difficulties he and the club have faced, Kudus has framed the current setbacks as a source of motivation rather than discouragement.
“We must remain fully focused on this goal, and that level of commitment needs to become our standard every season,” he told Sky Sports. “As I’ve said before, difficult times carry valuable lessons.
Every setback, to me, is a chance to grow and better prepare for what lies ahead.”
Despite the underwhelming season, the 24-year-old midfielder remains determined to help steer the East London club back on course.
However, questions remain over his future, as several European clubs have reportedly shown interest in acquiring his services.
For now, Kudus remains committed to the task at hand, as he and his teammates prepare for a challenging trip to Old Trafford this Sunday to face Manchester United, who are fresh off a Europa League final appearance.
The match could prove pivotal not only for West Ham’s league standing but also in shaping the narrative of a season that has largely failed to meet expectations.
West Ham’s decline this season has surprised many, considering the progress made in recent years under former manager David Moyes.
Their struggles have been characterised by inconsistency, a lack of cutting edge in the final third, and defensive vulnerabilities that have often left them exposed in key moments.
Kudus, who joined the club with high expectations and considerable fanfare, has shown flashes of his talent but has yet to deliver the consistent impact many had hoped for.
Nevertheless, his public commitment to the club’s long-term goals is likely to be welcomed by supporters who are eager to see a turnaround.
Whether or not Kudus remains in claret and blue beyond this summer remains to be seen. The transfer window could bring significant change, both for the squad and for Kudus personally.
But as it stands, the midfielder appears resolute in his desire to stay the course—at least for now.
West Ham’s journey back to European football may be long and uncertain, but in Kudus, they have a player who insists he is ready to help lead the way.
