Former Tottenham Hotspur manager Glenn Hoddle believes Ghanaian forward Mohammed Kudus has the potential to be a game-changing asset for Spurs — but insists the player must refine his dribbling technique by keeping his head up.
Hoddle shared his assessment during the 2025 UEFA Super Cup in Italy on Wednesday night, where Tottenham surrendered a 2-0 lead against Paris Saint-Germain before losing on penalties.
Kudus was a constant threat to PSG’s defence until his substitution in the 79th minute. Despite the Spurs’ collapse, the 25-year-old emerged as one of the standout performers, creating the most chances (3) and completing the most dribbles (2) of any player in the match. PSG equalised with goals in the 85th and 94th minutes, forcing the game into a shootout.
Hoddle Impressed But Calls for Consistency
Speaking on TNT Sports, Hoddle praised Kudus’ technical ability and flair.
“He’s got such good talent, such quick feet, and you can see his qualities there. The added ingredient for him as a player is consistency,” Hoddle said.
The former England international also reflected on Kudus’ time at West Ham United before his big-money move to Spurs.
“A lot of my West Ham fans, and I have quite a lot, have said to me, ‘Thank you for taking him, Glenn.’ The first year, I thought he was excellent. The second year, they’re telling me he didn’t do so well. But he looks like he’s got a lot of potential, I’ve got to say.”
The Next Step for Kudus
For Hoddle, Kudus’ next stage of development is learning to combine his dribbling skills with greater awareness.
“Sometimes, I look at dribblers and I like what they do, but can they dribble and play with their head up? That is the key for me. Can he also play with his head up? That’s the next progression for him. And I think if he does, he could be a real asset for Tottenham.”
Mohammed Kudus joined Tottenham from West Ham in the summer transfer window for €63.8 million after spending two seasons at the London Stadium.
Source: Myjoyonline.com
