Mohammed Kudus is the star of African football, according to Jeremy Seethal, who coached him as a youngster at the Right to Dream academy in Ghana. On 18 January 2024, Seethal praised Kudus, saying he will be considered the best African footballer in the world.
What makes Mohammed Kudus special?
Kudus has thrived in the Premier League at West Ham United, scoring 10 goals across 23 appearances, and is hoping to stamp his quality all over the Africa Cup of Nations.
He started his ascent with the local club, Strong Tower, then joined the Right to Dream academy before heading overseas to join Danish side Nordsjaelland. Kudus signed for West Ham in August for £38.2million on a five-year deal.
Why is Mohammed Kudus important for Ghana?
Ghana will be desperate for Kudus to be fit for their upcoming game against Egypt, as he is the man who can rescue their campaign. Kudus missed Ghana's AFCON opener against Cape Verde with a hamstring injury, and his absence was keenly felt as Chris Hughton's side suffered a shock 2-1 loss.
Kudus has scored nine goals in 30 caps for Ghana, and made his debut for the national team in 2019 under James Kwesi Appiah. Appiah had initially faced reluctance to bed in emerging prospects like Kudus, but he believed in them and gave them a chance.
What comes next for Mohammed Kudus?
Kudus will be assessed by medical staff before Thursday's game against Egypt, and Ghana will be hoping he can make a significant impact. With his talent and skill, Kudus can help Ghana win the tournament, which they haven't done since 1982.
Kudus' game progressed in Denmark before he joined Ajax in 2020, spending three years at the Dutch club. He has settled in smoothly at West Ham and made an immediate impact, and his country will be relying on him to perform well at the Africa Cup of Nations.
Ghana finally has a player that shows why they get excited over African players, and Kudus is the big hope for Ghana at the Africa Cup of Nations. He is an entertainer like Jay-Jay Okocha, and his coach Jeremy Seethal believes he has a high ceiling and will be considered the best African footballer in the world.
Kudus is from Nima, Accra, and he has taken an unconventional route to the top of European football. He has worked hard to get to where he is, and his talent and skill have earned him a place among the best African footballers in the world.