Mohammed Kudus has quickly established himself as a livewire presence in Tottenham’s attack this season, and his numbers now prove what the eye test has already been showing.
Tottenham Hotspur have long craved for a maverick in attack, one capable of producing something out of nothing, and that is precisely why Mohammed Kudus was brought into the side.
The Ghana international has always been recognised for his dribbling, his directness and the way he unsettles defenders with his trickery whenever he isolates them in wide areas.
This season at Tottenham, that flair has been on full display, and the statistics are beginning to match the performances, offering concrete proof of the impact that Kudus has had since joining
Tottenham’s Mohammed Kudus joins Jeremy Doku in standout Premier League stat
According to Squawka, only two players in the Premier League this season have managed to both create 10 or more chances and complete 10 or more take-ons.
Tottenham’s Mohammed Kudus and Manchester City winger Jeremy Doku are the two names that stand out, showcasing their ability to both beat players and carve out opportunities in the final third.
Kudus has already completed 24 take-ons and created 12 chances, while Doku has recorded 18 take-ons and also created 12 chances, putting them both in a league of their own amongst attacking players this campaign.
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Tottenham still lack creativity from central areas
It is an ideal situation for Thomas Frank to have a wide player like Kudus, someone who can alter the course of a game through skill, directness and individual creativity.
However, while Kudus’ influence gives Tottenham an edge on the flanks, the bigger issue for Spurs now lies in the central areas, where the lack of a natural playmaker is beginning to show.