AC Milan were reportedly evaluating their options as scouts were impressed by Kudus's performances in both domestic and international competitions. The release clause for teams in Europe's top leagues was set at £80 million. West Ham United were open to negotiating a massive £90 million transfer deal for their star player Mohamed Kudus, who had joined them from Ajax for £38 million in the summer of 2023. This potential sale would represent a substantial profit for West Ham, more than doubling their initial investment. European giants, including AC Milan and Atlético Madrid, were reportedly considering their options, with AC Milan scouts particularly impressed by Kudus's performances.