West Ham star Mohammed Kudus has revealed his deep desire to make a lasting impact on football by creating opportunities for underprivileged talents in Africa.
Growing up in Nima, Ghana, Kudus had to fight his way to the top, starting with Strong Towers before earning a spot at the prestigious Right to Dream Academy in 2010.
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That journey set him on the path to Europe, where he made a name for himself at Nordsjaelland, Ajax, and now West Ham.
At just 24, Kudus’ rise from the streets of Nima to the bright lights of East London has been fueled by determination, resilience, and sacrifice. But he knows many others never get the same shot.
Speaking to Rising Ballers (Perspectives) about what he would change in football, the Ghanaian playmaker was clear:
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“I think I’ll open up more opportunities from where I’m coming from. Because, I believe, there are better talents than I am that I saw growing up, but they haven’t made it because of opportunities.
So I think that’s what I’ll try to change. Coming from Africa, I’ll try and find ways to create more opportunities.”
Kudus has already shown his commitment to giving back, frequently supporting communities in Ghana. His latest comments reinforce his mission to use his platform to uplift others who share the same dream he once had.
On the pitch, Kudus continues to be a bright spark for West Ham despite the club’s struggles this season. With three Premier League goals to his name, he’ll be eager to add a fourth when the Hammers take on Leicester on Thursday.
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