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Why West Ham will be without Mohammed Kudus after he was selected by Ghana to play at the Africa Cup of Nations as Mohamed Salah starred for Liverpool during their win over Newcastle despite being selected by Egypt

West Ham star Mohammed Kudus will not be involved in their Premier League clash with Brighton and Hove Albion tonight after he was selected to represent Ghana at the Africa Cup of Nations.

The news may surprise may come as a surprise to many Hammers fans after Mohammad Salah starred in Liverpool's win over Newcastle United 24 hours earlier.

Kudus has been an integral player for the Hammers following his summer move from Ajax, and has scored six league goals so far.

David Moyes' side come into the game off the back of a stunning 2-0 win away to Arsenal - with Kudus playing the full 90 minutes.