Ghanaian football prodigy Abdul Rashid Adam has reached an exciting milestone in his journey to professional football. The young defender, currently trialing with West Ham United, recently had the chance to meet his compatriot and football idol, Mohammed Kudus, at the London Olympic Stadium.

Adam, a former Ghana U17 left-back, has spent the last two weeks training with the Premier League club’s U18 squad, a trial made possible by West Ham’s technical director, Tim Steidten. As he works tirelessly to secure a potential deal, the 18-year-old was welcomed warmly by Kudus, who has become an inspiration to countless young Ghanaian players. Although Kudus is currently serving a five-game suspension due to a red card incident during West Ham’s October 19 clash with Tottenham, he made time to meet Adam, motivating the teenager to pursue his dream.

The versatile Adam, who plays for Benab FC in Ghana’s Division 2, is already making a name for himself with his skillful plays as both a left-back and left center-back. Known for his surging forward runs and accurate crosses, he has often expressed admiration for Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold, hoping to emulate his success one day. As he works towards securing a future in European football, this moment with Kudus is likely to remain a cherished memory in his journey.