CRYSENCIO SUMMERVILLE ADMITS REGRET OVER LEAVING LEEDS UNITED AND REVEALS THE REASONS FOR HIS REGRET
Crysencio Summerville Admits Regret Over Leaving Leeds United and Reveals the Reasons for His Regret
Crysencio Summerville has opened up about his decision to leave Leeds United for West Ham United last summer, admitting that he has regrets over the move and revealing the reasons why.
The Dutch winger departed Elland Road in August 2024 after a standout season in the Championship, where he was named Player of the Year and became a fan favourite for his goals, creativity, and flair. His performances made him one of the most sought-after talents in English football, and West Ham secured his signature in what was seen as a major coup.
However, just over a year into his spell in London, Summerville has reflected on the transfer and acknowledged that leaving Leeds may not have been the perfect step.
“Leaving Leeds felt right on paper — it was a big move to the Premier League, a new challenge and a step forward in my career,” Summerville admitted. “But at Leeds I was one of the leaders in the dressing room, I was playing every week, and there was a real sense of unfinished business. That’s what I miss the most.”
Summerville pointed to two main reasons behind his regret: his pivotal role at Elland Road and his deep connection with the fans.
“At Leeds, the manager trusted me to make the difference. I was the one the team relied on, and that pressure really pushed me to grow as a player. You don’t always get that same responsibility straight away when you move to a new club,” he explained. “And then there’s the fans — the bond I had with them was special. They were there for the hard days and the great days. It’s not easy to replace that kind of connection.”
The winger’s time at West Ham has had its challenges, including strong competition for places and spells on the sidelines through injury. Although he has contributed with important goals, he admitted the transition has been tougher than he anticipated.
“I thought I would come in and play every week, but the Premier League is unforgiving and the squad here is full of quality,” Summerville said. “I’ve learned the hard way that timing matters a lot in football.”
Despite his reflections, Summerville insists he is still proud to be part of West Ham and remains focused on making his mark in the Premier League.
“I don’t resent the move, and I still believe in what I can achieve here,” he added. “But maybe I would have stayed at Leeds for one more season, just to finish what I started. Regret teaches you lessons, and I’ll use this experience to grow stronger.”
Summerville’s comments are likely to spark mixed emotions among Leeds fans, who still hold the 23-year-old in high regard after his performances at Elland Road. For many, his admission only reinforces how much of an impact he had at the club and how deeply he remains connected to it.