Chelsea and Arsenal are both interested in signing Ajax star Mohammed Kudus a year after he almost joined Everton before the Dutch outfit blocked his transfer exit
Ajax have confirmed that Mohammed Kudus is absent from training due to 'medical reasons' with Chelsea and Arsenal interested in signing the 22-year-old. Kudus has established himself as one of the Eredivisie's most talented youngsters in recent seasons, capable of playing in a variety of positions - including attacking midfield, on the wing or even as a false nine.
In fact, CBS reporter Ben Jacobs has reported that the west Londoners are 'close' to agreeing personal terms with the youngster as they look to beat Arsenal to his signature. Chelsea are also considering moving for Rayan Cherki of Lyon after already making contact with the youngster over a possible move this summer.
The Ghana international is a very direct and tricky player, who likes to take the ball from deep and charge forward into the final third. His finishing has also really improved in recent seasons. Last season, in fact, he enjoyed his best in an Ajax shirt with 18 goals in all competitions, whilst also assisting his teammates on seven occasions.
As speculation continues to circulate regarding Kudus' future, the 22-year-old has now been absent from Ajax training due to a minor injury. The Dutch outfit released a statement which read: "Kudus is absent from training for medical reasons. He stayed indoors and received treatment for a minor injury."
This could be a tactic from Kudus to push through a move to the Premier League following interest from Chelsea and Arsenal. However, it is more than likely as Ajax's statement stated with the player expected to quickly return to action after receiving treatment for a minor issue.
Which of the following prospects would you like to see in the first team, or loaned out for experience? Swipe to have your say...
thisishayzed
0
Another Hakim Ziyech… These players don’t learn at times!
Jedaeimot
0
Can’t wait to hear it from Romano
betbdlryz
2
the guy is a very good good player i CITY or BARCA can go for him
sauadeikt
1
please come to Chelsea
Sozekmoz
1
pls join chelsea
Tascklnpsy
0
please get Olise
obbikib10
0
we need him
Stdismas
0
Chelsea is signing anything moving
Senseless comment
Sahbil12
1
join chelsea
SinawoQhaj
1
Chelsea is signing anything moving
yipabdenp
1
The injury is my problem....we need to find a personal doctor for him before we sign him
Herve2
0
Arsenal got no Money
Finbdeklr
0
don't be like Mudruck join Arsenal
Arsenal has nothing to offer.
Kingsleysoj
0
If it was united who wanted him they would have priced him 100m. What actually has United done 😝
Same United has failed to make profits from all the players they bought on an expensive rate after sales
yadcmnsy
0
This is the worst deal ever
anti Chelsea comment
mikceiny
4
Good deal wawooo we need him in Chelsea
coweinprt
1
when that would happen we like African footballer
Rhykon
3
If it was united who wanted him they would have priced him 100m. What actually has United done 😝
Nanayawbernard
2
We are only waiting for Romano :; here we go::; Blues for life 😍
Huoikoruyz
0
We need him
Duoabcemo
1
kudus...play...like...Michael...Essen... in..Chelsea...druing...his..time...kudus wellcome...to..blues...family
vunadeikpy
0
This is the worst deal ever
you are lost my friend that guy is a gem
vunadeikpy
0
This is the worst deal ever
my friend what are you talking about.. if you have watched world cup you can't say that
moswanted
1
I still need olise
Tozadekort
0
welcome to Stamford bridge lad
sykeme
2
if Kudus joins Chelsea current forces, EPL opponents ti ku(meaning they have die)
toubilnrs
0
This is the worst deal ever
you just can't make such comment and not explain yourself
Keoabelmpu
1
we want to see him right now
KINGofLONDON
2
He's coming home. Up blues. 👆
bopkmprstz
2
don't be like Mudruck join Arsenal
wupiklnsy
0
Please we need him now
lukblstz
0
This is the worst deal ever
do you understand football at all besides wasting ur time watching?
Juyemnrsz
1
Welcome to Chelsea
Barca2024
0
I hope you get enough playing time to your wealth
kayclmstuy
0
This is the worst deal ever
Liunorz
1
chelsea fc please bring him at Stamford please 🙏
Emmyd002
1
hmmmm, I hope the deal gets done