Three Time Ballon d'Or Winner Claims Mohammed Kudus is Better Than Manchester United's Antony

• Marco van Basten has chosen his favourite between Mohammed Kudus and Antony
• The three-time Ballon d'Or winner believes the Ghana international is a better player
• Kudus has been in scintillating form for Ajax in the Dutch Eredivisie so far this season

Dutch legend, Marco van Basten has picked between Ghana midfielder, Mohammed Kudus and Brazilian winger, Antony.

Antony played alongside Kudus during his days at Ajax but left for Manchester United in the summer transfer window.

The Ghanaian, who started the season as a make-shift forward, has been deployed on the right-wing position under new manager, John Heitinga.

The 22-year-old Ghanaian has flourished in the position which used to be Antony's, scoring in his last three games for the Dutch giants.

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Van Basten has been impressed with the Ghanaian but struggles to understand why ex-manager, Alfred Schreuder kept him on the bench.

“Kudus is Ajax’s best player. What a class player. Why didn’t he always play under Schreuder? He often sat on the bench there. You let him stand for three or four games and you immediately see his class,” he told Ziggo Sport, as quoted by Football Orange.

The former Netherlands and AC Milan player added Kudus was superior on the pitch.

“In fact, I like him much better than Antony. He’s a better footballer and he’s more fun to play with," he added.

“Antony has moves but he could also be so muddled. Kudus has a much firmer technique and knows where he is going. Antony may be faster, but Kudus is smarter and more technical. He is much more of a footballer and an all-rounder for the team.“

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Kudus has scored 14 goals across all competitions this season, including four in the UEFA Champions League.

Atsu tribute: Kudus avoids punishment

Sports Brief also reported on Ghana midfielder, Kudus avoided a booking following his tribute to Christian Atsu during the game between Ajax and Sparta Rotterdam.

The 22-year-old removed his jersey after scoring in the 4-0 win to pay his final respects to the late Ghana winger, who died following the earthquake in Turkey.

According to the rules of football, Kudus was supposed to be given a yellow card for his gesture, but the referee showed benevolence at the star's heartfelt gesture.