Arsenal's decision not to pursue Mohammed Kudus from Ajax 18 months ago may come back to haunt them, as the Ghanaian star's price tag has skyrocketed to £85m, according to Express UK. The 24-year-old has been in impressive form for West Ham, and his performances have caught the attention of several top clubs, including Arsenal and Manchester United.
Kudus' impressive stats have made him a hot commodity in the transfer market. He finished his debut season in the Premier League with the most successful dribbles, and has already scored 16 goals in 58 matches for West Ham. His international record is equally impressive, with 11 goals in 40 caps for Ghana.
Arsenal's interest in Kudus is well-documented, but their hesitation to make a move 18 months ago may have cost them dearly. The Gunners' lack of clinical finishing has been a major concern this season, and Kudus' arrival could have provided a much-needed boost to their attacking options.
However, with Kudus' release clause set at £85m, Arsenal may need to offload some of their existing players to raise funds. Brazilian forward Gabriel Jesus and Belgian star Leandro Trossard have been linked with moves away from the Emirates, and their departures could pave the way for Kudus' arrival.
Manchester United are also reportedly monitoring Kudus' situation, and a bidding war between the two clubs could drive up the price even further. Arsenal's regret at not signing Kudus 18 months ago may be compounded if they miss out on him again due to his steep price tag.
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