In a recent exchange, Kudus confirmed that he was disappointed by Ajax’s decision at that time. Goal quotes the Ghanaian star:

Ten Hag is said to have planned to reunite Kudus.
“The fact that Ajax blocked a move to Everton last summer disappointed me. I thought, it’s time to start a new chapter in my career because I’m not playing here.”
“But by the time the transfer market closed, my whole focus was back on Ajax. The only reason why I wanted to leave earlier was because of the substitute role, and I took it off myself. that problem.”
“Everton is not doing well in the Premier League right now, Ajax is in the title race and under John Heitinga I’m a permanent player. I have great faith in God, and he made the decision. It’s positive for me not to let that transfer happen.”