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Kamaldeen: Ghana star bares it all on why he snubbed Ajax for Rennes

The young winger opens up on his transfer away from Nordsjaelland and what informed his decision

Ghana international Kamaldeen Sulemana has revealed that the potential of limited playing time at Ajax had impacted his decision to choose Rennes as his new club.

The 19-year-old was the subject of an intense transfer battle between the two clubs, having caught attention with outstanding displays in the Danish Superliga for Nordsjaelland.

Manchester United, Liverpool and German side Bayer Leverkusen were also mentioned in the race for his services.

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“With Rennes, I get to play in Ligue 1 which is one of the best leagues in the whole world, so that’s enough of my reason,” Kamaldeen said when asked about his decision to reject Ajax, during his official unveiling on Monday.