Kudus enjoyed an impressive 2022/23 campaign at the Johan Cruyff Arena, netting 18 goals across all competitions That kind of form hasn't gone unnoticed, with a host of Premier League clubs said to be interested in signing him this summer.
So with that being said, football.london has rounded up everything we've heard about the Ghana international's future below.
Ajax ultimatum
Ajax want Mohammed Kudus to agree personal terms with Brighton within the next 48 hours, reports Voetbal International. The report adds that if an agreement cannot reached the deal will be off and Kudus will have to stay at Ajax unless a huge bid is lodged.
Roberto De Zerbi update
The Brighton boss has offered an update on Kudus' proposed move to the Amex Stadium. “I don’t know the situation with that deal… we have a lot of strikers," De Zerbi said in a press conference.
"We will see at the end of the window," he added.
Agreement reached
Brighton have reached an agreement in principle with Ajax to Kudus, as per the Athletic.
The Seagulls will pay €40million (£34.5million) for the talented playmaker, a club record fee. The player is also said to be close to agreeing personal terms with Roberto De Zerbi's side.
Ajax claim
According to Dutch outlet Voetbal International, everyone at Ajax expects Kudus to leave the club this summer.
The Dutch giants are said to have prepared a list of candidates to replace the 22-year-old, who they are assuming won't be plying his trade at the Johan Cruyff Arena next term.
Brighton plan with Caicedo funds
Chelsea could play a crucial role in Brighton getting the jump over the Blues and Arsenal in the race for Mohammed Kudus.
The Seagulls aren't actively chasing the Ajax star but if Chelsea match their £100million asking price for Caicedo, they will be a club to "keep any eye" on in the battle for Kudus' signature, as per transfer guru Fabrizio Romano
Mikel Arteta plan
The Independent have now reported that Arsenal may need to sell some players before they can make any additional purchases this window after spending in excess of £200million to recruit Declan Rice, Jurrien Timber and Kai Havertz earlier in the window.
The report goes on to add that Gunners boss Mikel Arteta may still make a move for Southampton's Romeo Lavia if he can first offload young forward Folarin Balogun for a significant fee. However, the Spaniard is said to favour a move for Kudus instead due to his current plan for the north London club's midfield.and received treatment for a minor injury."
This could be a tactic from Kudus to push through a move to the Premier League following interest from Chelsea and Arsenal. However, it is more than likely as Ajax's statement stated with the player expected to quickly return to action after receiving treatment for a minor issue.
Personal terms agreement 'close'
CBS reporter Ben Jacobs has reported that the west Londoners are 'close' to agreeing personal terms with the 22-year-old as they look to beat Arsenal to his signature. Chelsea are also considering moving for Rayan Cherki of Lyon after already making contact with the youngster over a possible move this summer.
Chelsea move 'sounded out'
Mauricio Pochettino is looking to add midfielders to his squad ahead of the new season with Mohammed Kudus as the latest target.
London rivals Arsenal are also interested, but Chelsea appear to have the edge having now sounded out Ajax over making a possible move for the Ghana international, football.london understands.
Personal stance
Mohammed Kudus is keen to leave Ajax this summer and will likely embark on a new challenge in the Premier League with Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool all interested.
Therefore, it is understood that agreeing personal terms with Kudus, who sees his contract expire in the Netherlands in 2025, will not be an issue.
Chelsea hijack
Chelsea have now entered the race to sign Kudus, as per transfer guru David Ornstein of the Athletic.
Writing on Twitter, Ornstein said: "EXCL: Chelsea have made contact with Ajax to express interest in signing Mohammed Kudus. No offer yet but dialogue has taken place.
"22yo attacking midfielder among options Chelsea considering + agreement close on personal terms @TheAthleticFC #CFC #Ajax."
Henry verdict
Last season, he impressed in the UEFA Champions League, netting four goals and providing a further two assists during the group stages.
A goal against Liverpool caught the eye of Arsenal icon Thierry Henry. Speaking about Kudus' finish against the Reds, Henry told CBS Sports "He came from the Academy Right to Dream from Ghana and he is living the dream.
"Take a bow son, what a finish from Kudus!"
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