Kurt Zouma's transfer to United Arab Emirates side Shabab Al-Ahli has broken down after the player failed his medical ahead of joining the club.

Kurt Zouma, the captain of West Ham, traveled to the United Arab Emirates to complete a transfer to Al Ahli. However, he failed the medical examination, putting the deal at risk. Despite this, the player and his representatives are still looking for solutions to finalize the transfer. Zouma was set to move on a free transfer, with Al Ahli covering his 12-month salary as he has one year remaining on his contract with West Ham.

West Ham are in the market to sign a centre-back with Kurt Zouma due to take a medical ahead of a move to UAE club Shabab Al-Ahli.

The Athletic reports that West Ham United and Shabab Al-Ahli have reached an agreement for the transfer of Kurt Zouma. Despite having one year left on his contract with the London club, Zouma will move to Dubai on a free transfer as the Emirati club will cover his last 12 months' salary. The agreement will be finalized in the coming days when the French international undergoes a medical examination.

Saudi clubs are monitoring Kurt Zouma's situation and are ready to make a last-minute attempt to sign him.