According to recent reports Chelsea is positioned as the front-runners to secure the signature of Mohammed Kudus from Ajax.
In a recent development, it appears that Chelsea FC has emerged as the frontrunners in the pursuit of highly-talented Ajax midfielder Mohammed Kudus. According to report by The Independent , the Blues are currently leading the charge to bring the promising African star to the Premier League, with hopes of securing the transfer before the commencement of the next season.
Kudus, who is only 22 years old, has garnered significant attention from top clubs following an impressive display during the World Cup campaign in Qatar last winter. His performances have not gone unnoticed, with several clubs vying for his signature.
Previously, Arsenal had expressed a strong interest in the attacking midfielder, but the momentum has now shifted towards Chelsea as they continue to assert their ambition in the transfer market. The young talent’s fine form has bolstered his desirability, with some sources indicating that a move to one of the traditional ‘top six’ sides is on the cards.
While Chelsea’s pursuit of Kudus intensifies, it is noteworthy that they are concurrently engaged in negotiations to acquire Moises Caicedo from Brighton and Hove Albion. However, the allure of securing Kudus may tip the scales in Chelsea’s favor, especially considering the financial constraints faced by their Premier League rivals, Arsenal, who must offload players before making further investments in the squad.