Liverpool look at Mohammed Kudus as Mohamed Salah's replacement
Liverpool have identified western ham United winger Mohammed Kudus as possible replacement for Mohamed Salah whose contract expires next summer.
The Merseyside giants have had a fantastic start to the campaign. Salah has played a key role with 6 goals and 5 assists in 10 appearances. Despite this, his future is uncertain as his contract expires in June next year.
In the midst of this, Signings (via CaughtOffside) claim the Reds are exploring a move for Kudus, who has made an impressive start to his first division career after arriving from Ajax.
Kudus, a two-time league winner with Ajax, is an “ideal candidate” and an “attractive target” for the Anfield giants.
Possible movement
Salah has performed outstandingly for the Reds, but it is unclear whether he will remain at the club next season. The Egyptian currently receives a basic salary of £350,000 per week and may want a salary increase to commit his future to a few more campaigns.
If the club decides not to meet their demands, they could be left with the Saudi Pro League's long-standing interest. Kudus would be a quality acquisition to act as a successor, having had an excellent debut season with the Hammers last season.
The Ghanaian star gained confidence as the season progressed, recording 18 goals and 7 assists in all competitions. He has just 1 goal and 1 assist to his name so far this season, but he has the attributes and physical qualities to become an elite Premier League winger.
Kudus is a strong ball-playing forward and is excellent with his dribbling and duel-winning ability. He has yet to find Salah's consistency on the right wing, but the 24-year-old should only improve during the peak phase of his playing career.
Liverpool obviously create more chances in the final third compared to the Hammers and Kudus could enjoy playing for them. Ultimately, a deal could depend on what happens with Salah. It cannot be considered a move unless you choose to leave.
Kudus has a £85 million termination clause in his contract and the Hammers could demand close to that figure.
