There are many outstanding players - Agyemang Badu explains Kudus' omission from CAF Awards

Former Ghana midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu has recognized the presence of numerous outstanding players on the African Player of the Year shortlist, even though Mohammed Kudus was notably left out.

Kudus had a remarkable debut season in the Premier League, scoring 14 goals and providing six assists for West Ham United, making his absence from the Confederation of African Football's (CAF) ten-man

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The shortlist featured prominent players such as Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman, Morocco’s Achraf Hakimi, Guinea’s Serhou Guirassy, DR Congo’s Chancel Mbemba, and South Africa’s Ronwen Williams, all celebrated for their exceptional performances over the past year. Agyemang-Badu expressed his disappointment regarding Kudus's omission but acknowledged the high level of competition. He remains hopeful about Kudus's future, stating, “Kudus is still young and has many chances to be recognized as Africa’s best. He just needs to remain focused, keep learning, and continue to develop. His opportunity will come—it’s a marathon, not a sprint.”