Ghana international Mohammed Kudus is reportedly wanted by Chelsea, but the midfielder is said to be keen on joining one of the Blues' Premier League rivals instead.
Mohammed Kudus is reportedly eyeing a new challenge this season and is eager to leave Dutch giants Ajax Amsterdam after three years with the club.
Chelsea have been heavily linked with a move for the Ghanaian international as coach Mauricio Pochettino looks to stamp his authority on the squad following the departure of a few first team stars.
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However, Football Transfers have reported that the 22-year-old would prefer a move to the Emirates Stadium as he is looking to play in the UEFA Champions League, something which Chelsea cannot offer.
Ajax sporting director Sven Mislintat has confirmed there have been formal enquiries about Kudus, but admits the midfielder's transfer fee could rise.
"There are clubs that have informally enquired about him. I don't expect an offer very soon, although you know that things can be different in the football world. Perhaps the interest in not as serious as everyone thinks," Mislintant told Ajax Life.
"It is important for us that the relationship with the players remains good. This can be done by being transparent and applying good principles. As we get closer to the deadline, the transfer fee, for example, goes up."
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