west ham united Starman Crescencio Somerville is nowhere near Arjen Robben's level, and such comparisons are too broad.
This is the belief of journalist Valentine Driessen. football scoop Cover his comments today, and he is not accepting comparisons between the 24-year-old and the Dutch icon.
World Cup acting
Crescencio Somerville is expected to be one of the key players for the Netherlands at this summer's World Cup after joining Ronald Koeman's squad.
He has already made an impact by scoring a goal in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Japan. This goal has been a good year ahead.
He finished the campaign with West Ham with seven goals and five assists and ultimately established himself as the Hammers' key player despite their relegation.
Transfermarket now rates him at €35m, but reports say West Ham want up to €50m for him this summer. Clubs across Europe are already eyeing a move. It was stated in a report today Somerville wants to triple his salary Whatever step he can take.
reputation is growing
Meanwhile, Somerville continues to enhance his reputation with his performances. And this resulted in some major comparisons. The latest is for Robben, but Driessen has nothing like it.
“When it comes to foreign media, I understand it has to score points.” He said.
"I thought the comparison was good, but it's not good. Somerville's overall body still doesn't have what Robben's left toe had. Robben was the best player in the world in 2014. Somerville will never be the same."
Fellow journalist Mike Verweij shares the same opinion. He wants the West Ham star to be given more time to develop.
"Somerville is only 24 and has made a big move from Leeds United to West Ham. Give the boy time," He added.
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- Sports Witness (@Sport_Witness) 10 June 2026
