According to a new report from talkSPORT, a leading British sports media outlet, West Ham United center back Kurt Zouma is currently undergoing a medical examination by Saudi Arabia Football League side Sekaqai Arabia (assuming the team name, which may actually be different). This transfer development marks a new move for Zouma in the transfer market and has sparked a lot of interest from fans and media alike.
Originally, Zouma was scheduled to leave West Ham United and join another team in Dubai, Dubai Young Nationals. However, in the process of traveling to Dubai Young Nationals for a medical examination, Zouma's knee problem was detected, which directly led to the original plan of transfer blocked. Faced with this unexpected situation, Zouma and West Ham United quickly adjusted their strategy and set their sights on the Saudi League, and opened new transfer negotiations with Sekai Al Arabi.
Following negotiations between the two parties, Zouma will join Sekagai Arabs on a loan deal that includes a mandatory buyout clause. This means that if Zouma performs well during the loan period and meets certain conditions, Sekagai Al Arabiya will have to buy him out of the contract and make him a permanent member of the team.
Zouma, 29, is currently valued at €25 million as an experienced center back. Last season, he performed quite well for West Ham United, making a total of 39 appearances in all competitions on behalf of the team, including 38 starts, and contributing three goals. With his solid defense and strong tackling ability, Zouma is an important pillar in West Ham United's backline.
The move to the Saudi League is both a new challenge and a new opportunity for Zouma. The Saudi League has invested heavily in soccer in recent years, attracting many world-class stars to join, and the league's level and competitiveness continue to improve. Zouma is expected to continue to show his strength here and contribute to his new owner.
Meanwhile, for West Ham United, the loss of a player of Zouma's caliber, but the mandatory buyout clause in the loan contract provides the team with some financial security. Going forward, West Ham United will continue to monitor Zouma's performance in the Saudi League and look forward to his success in his new environment.
