Former Ajax defender, Hedwiges Maduro, has heaped praise on Ghana midfielder Mohammed Kudus after explosive display in the side victory over SC Cambuur.
The 22-year-old was introduced at the beginning of the second half, replacing compatriot Brian Brobbey as Ajax inflicted a 4-0 win over their opponent.
Kudus, who wanted to depart Ajax in the just ended Summer transfer window scored fourth goals to help his side to an emphatic win.
"Kudus came in strongly, he is sharp and fits well," Maduro told ESPN. "He now plays a bit as a false striker, especially in the combination, and he does that very well. He just has to continue this, then he will get enough minutes," he added.
"I don't know if this is his best position, but he does get into certain zones. Whether he's on ten or in the striker, it doesn't matter to him.
"He can work very well in the small spaces, is super strong and ball resistant. He was also important in putting pressure. He was there like the chickens. Get up immediately, don't whine."
"Occasionally you think: you can also play. But he was looking for actions and another goal. After such a period you also have to let him have his way. Perhaps it is also that he lacks a little overview, but I think above all that he wants to show himself. But he has to work on that overview. He often has his head down."