West Ham Target Kudus Embarrasses Ludogorets Defender, Scores Hat Trick: Video

• Mohammed Kudus scored a hat-trick for Ajax in the Europa League
• The Dutch giants defeated Ludogorets in Bulgaria
• Ajax return to the Netherlands with a huge advantage ahead of the second leg next week

In-demand Ghana midfielder, Mohammed Kudus had the game of his life after producing a man-of-the-match performance as Ajax thrashed Bulgarian giants Ludogorets.

The attacking midfielder netted a hat-trick as the Dutch club secured a first-leg advantage in the Europa League qualifiers.

Kudus, who is closing in on a move to West Ham, also produced a moment of brilliance in the game, after leaving a Ludogorets defender for 'dead' before his third goal.

In a video shared on social media, Kudus is seen easily taking on his marker, who was struggling to get hold of the Ghanaian.

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In the exciting encounter in Razgrad, the 23-year-old scored twice in the first 18 minutes to get Ajax going, with his first coming from a sweet curler before he cheekily lobed the ball past the Ludogorets shot-stopper for his second.

Brian Brobbey extended Ajax's lead before the break and five minutes into the second half, Kudus sealed his hat-trick.

Ludogorets pulled one back through Olivier Verdon with 20 minutes remaining.

West Ham have improved their offer for the Ghana international, with Ajax set to accept the bid, as reported by 90 min.

West Ham set to sign Kudus

Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Kudus is close to completing a dream move to the English Premier League after West Ham presented an improved offer to Ajax for the services of the Ghana international.

The London club had an initial bid rejected by the Dutch giants after failing to meet the demands of the club.

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However, the Hammers have prepared a new offer in the region of €45 million which is expected to be accepted by Ajax.

Kudus leaves young fan speechless

Mohammed Kudus might be on his way out of Ajax, but his relationship with the fans of the club remains strong following his outstanding performances for the Dutch giants.

In recent weeks, the 23-year-old has dominated the headlines after it emerged that West Ham have agreed a deal to sign the talented midfielder.