Ajax forward Mohammed Kudus has revealed his admiration for Thiago Alcantara, insisting he bases his game on the Liverpool midfielder.
The 22-year-old was linked with a summer move to Everton among other sides and has since seen his transfer value skyrocket after enjoying a blistering start to the season by scoring nine times in all competitions.
One of Kudus' brightest displays this term arrived at Anfield after the Ghanaian got on the scoresheet in his side's Champions League group stage defeat by Liverpool, rifling a powerful shot that flew past Alisson into the roof of the net which Jurgen Klopp himself labelled 'incredible'.
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It is anticipated clubs will again be circling for the signature of the Ghanaian during the January window, though it remains to be seen whether the Reds will join this race. Should Klopp's men make a move, hopes of landing Kudus could be boosted by his respect for Thiago.
Explaining why he idolises the Spain international to Ajax TV, he explained : "I loved his game as a child. I like creativity and having fun playing. When I played in Denmark, a friend of mine arranged for a shirt from him. It was fantastic. The shirt is hanging at my home and I am very proud of it.
"Sometimes he plays as a 'six' but then, despite his defensive duties, he doesn't lose his creativity. No matter where he plays, he always finds the balance between defending and attacking. That's how I want to play," added Kudus on the Reds' No.6.
"As a kid, I was always given the ball to make moves. Even if I lost it ten times, I kept trying. No matter where I am, I still play with that same creativity and joy. It has shaped me into the player I am today. I want to score more and finish better."
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