Former Mali star Freddie Kanouté has showered praise on Mohammed Kudus, hailing the midfielder as one of the most captivating African footballers currently gracing the pitch.
Kudus has left a significant imprint since his transition to West Ham from Ajax in a €43 million deal, tallying 10 goals across various competitions and cementing his role as a pivotal player for the club.
Kanouté extolled Kudus’s exceptional blend of abilities, remarking, “He is truly gifted. He possesses a multitude of talents. He exhibits strength, dynamic forward runs, and versatility in playing different positions. Despite his youthfulness, I believe he stands as one of the most thrilling African footballers of our time.”
Meanwhile, former England international Alan Smith has cast doubt on the likelihood of West Ham entertaining any potential transfers of their players to Arsenal, particularly in light of the protracted negotiations during Declan Rice’s move.
Arsenal has emerged as one of the clubs eyeing Kudus ahead of the upcoming summer transfer window. Although the Gunners expressed interest in Kudus last summer, West Ham secured the 23-year-old’s services, beating out other contenders.
Having settled into English football and notching ten goals in 26 appearances for West Ham, Kudus’s future with the club may face uncertainty in the summer as prominent teams begin to express interest.
“The Rice move was inevitable, but I believe West Ham have made astute investments following it, with the arrivals of players like Edson Alvarez and Kudus,” remarked Smith to Newbettingsite.co.uk. “I don’t foresee West Ham being eager to part ways with him, especially not after the Declan Rice saga!” he emphasized.
