Video: Mohammed Kudus Scores Tenth Eredivisie Goal of the Season as Ajax Beat NEC Nijmegen

Video: Mohammed Kudus Scores Tenth Eredivisie Goal of the Season as Ajax Beat NEC Nijmegen

Lukman Mumuni
updated at April 12, 2023 at 8:27 PM
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  • Mohammed Kudus has netted his tenth goal in the Eredivisie this season
  • The Black Stars midfielder scored the winner for Ajax against NEC Nijmegen
  • Kudus has popped up on the radar of Manchester United and Liverpool

Mohammed Kudus has reached double figures of goals in the Dutch Eredivisie after powering Ajax to victory against NEC Nijmegen.

The Ghana international scored the only goal of the match as the Dutch champions extended their winning streak to six matches.

Kudus met a sweet cross from the left from Dusan Tadic to break the deadlock after 52 minutes.

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Mohammed Kudus has netted his tenth goal of the Eredivisie. Credit: @AFCAjax
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In a video shared on social media, Kudus is seen celebrating his tenth goal in the Dutch league this season.

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He has now scored 15 goals across all competitions and provided four assists.

The left-footed attacking midfielder was replaced late in injury time by Francisco Conceicao as the host secured an important win to keep the pressure on Feyenoord at the top of the table.

Kudus has been linked with several clubs in Europe's top leagues with Manchester United reportedly interested in his services.

Meanwhile, Liverpool and Everton are also monitoring his progress ahead of the summer transfer window.

The former FC Nordsjaelland star is expected to make Ghana's squad for the AFCON qualifiers against Angola later this month.

Manchester United target Mohammed Kudus

Sports Brief earlier reported that Ghana and Ajax midfielder, Mohammed Kudus could reunite with his former manager, Erik ten Hag at Manchester United in the summer transfer window.

The red-hot attacking midfielder is enjoying a stellar season in the Dutch Eredivisie, having scored 15 goals across all competitions.

His outstanding performances have seen him draw the attention of his ex-coach, who is ready to improve his Man United squad by signing the Ghanaian.

Ajax manager praises Kudus

Ajax manager John Heitinga says Ghanaian midfielder Mohammed Kudus is the kind of player fans come to the stadium to watch.

The 22-year-old attacking midfielder produced another outstanding display as the Dutch champions strolled to a 3-0 win over De Graafschap in the KNVB Cup.

After the game, Heitinga described the former FC Nordsjaelland star as exceptional while highlighting his qualities.

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Lukman Abdul Mumin is a Sports Journalist based in Accra, Ghana. He has been writing for the past five years. Lukman joined Sports Brief as an Editor for the Local Desk in 2022.
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