Former Liverpool defender and Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher has pointed to Mohammed Kudus’ dip in form as a major factor behind West Ham United’s disappointing 2024/25 Premier League campaign.

Kudus, who dazzled in his debut season with the Hammers—netting 14 goals and providing 7 assists, while starring in their Europa League run—has failed to replicate that level of performance this term. The Ghanaian international has managed just four goals and three assists across all competitions.

Carragher, analyzing West Ham’s season on Sky Sports, expressed concern over Kudus’ drop in form and its impact on the team’s fortunes.

“There’s no doubt he’s a quality player who should be playing for a club closer to the top of the table,” Carragher said. “But one of the reasons West Ham are where they are is because he hasn’t shown the same form he did last season. He looked fantastic last year; this season, he just hasn’t looked like the same player.”

With West Ham currently struggling near the bottom of the table, Carragher believes Kudus’ underwhelming performances have been costly. He also hinted that a summer transfer could be on the cards, especially with financial concerns at the club and interest from top European sides.

“I wouldn’t be surprised if Kudus was sold. West Ham need the money, and other clubs may see this season as a dip, not the norm. Last season showed his true quality,” he added.

West Ham will close their challenging season with a trip to Portman Road to face already relegated Ipswich Town on Sunday.

Kudus’ future now hangs in the balance, as speculation mounts over a potential big-money move—and whether his next chapter lies away from East London.