West Ham not selling Mohammed Kudus. African footballers. West Ham United does not want to sell Mohammed Kudus this summer despite interest from Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester United. Graeme Bailey from HITC reported that these clubs are keen to sign Kudus during the summer transfer window. However, West Ham United will not consider any offers for the Ghanaian international.
Mohammed Kudus season at West Ham
Mohammed Kudus quickly became a key player for West Ham United after joining from Ajax last summer. Born in Accra, the 23-year-old started his career in Ghana before moving to Europe to play for Nordsjaelland. His reputation grew significantly during his time at Ajax.
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During the 2023/24 season, the Ghanaian international excelled, contributing to 25 goals in 48 appearances across all competitions for Ajax and West Ham. Kudus scored 18 goals and provided seven assists. His performances have garnered interest from top clubs such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester United.
In high demand
Arsenal may position Kudus as backup for Bukayo Saka or an alternative to Gabriel Martinelli. Meanwhile, Liverpool seeks offensive reinforcement due to uncertainties surrounding Mohamed Salah and Luis Diaz’s futures. As a result, the West Ham attacker has emerged as a prime target for Liverpool.
Meanwhile, Manchester United’s interest in Mohammed Kudus makes sense. While he prefers central positions, he’s also effective on the right flank. Chelsea, on the other hand, could greatly benefit from Kudus joining their offensive lineup.
Despite interest from Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester United in Mohammed Kudus, a summer transfer seems unlikely. Reports indicate that West Ham is firm on not selling the 23-year-old attacker.
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With West Ham standing firm, Kudus’s potential suitors will need to explore other options for offensive reinforcements in the upcoming transfer window. It remains to be seen who Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester United will pursue next.
More about Mohammed Kudus
Mohammed Kudus, born on August 2, 2000, is a Ghanaian footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder or right winger for West Ham United in the Premier League and the Ghana national team. Before joining West Ham, Kudus played for Nordsjælland and Ajax. Originally from Nima in Accra, Ghana, he comes from a Muslim background and has two brothers residing in Accra.
On August 27, 2023, Kudus joined West Ham United from Ajax on a five-year contract for €44.5 million plus additional payments. This move made him the third Ghanaian player at the club and the second most expensive Ghanaian footballer after Thomas Partey.
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Kudus made his debut for West Ham on September 1, scoring his first goals on September 21 in a 3–1 Europa League victory over TSC Bačka Topola. He scored his first Premier League goal on October 9, 2023, against Newcastle United and was awarded West Ham’s Goal of the Month in November for a memorable scissor kick against Brentford.