Jamie Carragher (L) has criticised Kudus (R) over poor performances
Former English footballer Jamie Carragher has said that Ghanaian forward Mohammed Kudus’ decline in form has significantly contributed to West Ham United’s struggles in the 2024/2025 season.
He explained that the Black Stars player was outstanding in the 2023/2024 season, scoring many goals and providing assists to aid his side in the Premier League and the Europa League, helping them secure a respectable position.
The Sky Sports pundit stated that Kudus’ dip in form this season has played a pivotal role in West Ham’s poor campaign in the Premier League, which is worrying.
“Well, I see there’s no doubt he’s a quality player who should be playing for a team closer to the top of the table, not near the bottom. But probably one of the reasons why West Ham are where they are this season is because he hasn’t shown the form that he showed last season.
“Last season, he looked fantastic; he just hasn’t looked the same player this season,” he said while speaking on Sky Sports on May 18, 2025.
Carragher also said that he wouldn’t be surprised if Kudus is sold by the club at the end of the season to raise funds, as he is being chased by top European teams.
“So, I wouldn’t be surprised if there was a change there in some way, because, as you said, West Ham need the money. But other clubs might think this is an off-season for him.
“Last season was the real cue to say you can get that type of player; maybe it’s a good sign. So it might be the type of situation that maybe works for the two clubs,” he added.
The 24-year-old made a promising start to life in the Premier League following his switch from Ajax in 2023, contributing 14 goals and assists in his debut season.
However, his performances have dipped this campaign, with only four goals and two assists in 29 league appearances.
Watch Carragher’s remarks below:
🗣️ “He doesn’t look like the same player this season.” @Carra23 on Mohammed Kudus’s impact at West Ham this season ⚒️ pic.twitter.com/ZhLsDZmuHp
— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) May 18, 2025
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