Tottenham 'target £85m-rated Mohammed Kudus' in shock move that could end 14-year transfer freeze with rivals West Ham

Tottenham are interested in West Ham star Mohammed Kudus, in what would be the first transfer between the two clubs in 14 years if a deal is agreed. 

Kudus has an £85million clause for Premier League clubs, active for the first 10 days of July. 

The Ghanaian forward is one of West Ham’s most sellable assets, and the London club have accepted that they are in a position where they will need to sell before they can buy.

Tottenham, under new boss Thomas Frank, have made him a primary target this summer, as reported by the Telegraph. 

The north London side are said to be optimistic of securing a deal below Kudus' release clause. 

If the deal goes is to go through, Tottenham will have to lift their unofficial transfer embargo with West Ham. 

Scott Parker’s move in 2011 remains the last transfer between Tottenham and West Ham.

Daniel Levy blocked Emmanuel Adebayor from moving in the opposite direction four years later and the two clubs have not done business in 14 years. 

Kudus is believed to be interested in making the move to Tottenham, who are keen to strengthen their attack ahead of their return to the Champions League. 

Chelsea also hold interest in the winger, but they have already agreed deals to sign Borussia Dortmund's Jamie Gittins for £55m and Brighton's Joao Pedro for £60m. 

Kudus arrived at West Ham from Ajax for close to £40m two summers ago and made an immediate impact, netting 14 goals across all competitions in his debut campaign 

He was a bright spot amid a difficult season last term at the London Stadium, registering five goals and a further four assists across his 35 appearances in all competitions.