Former Communications Minister Dr. Edward Omane Boamah believes Asamoah Gyan should not be included in the Black Stars’ World Cup squad.
Dr. Omane Boamah believes the striker, despite being a game legend, is past his prime and should not consider returning to the Black Stars.
Gyan has been trending since Tuesday morning, when he stated that he would like to be a part of Ghana’s squad for the Qatar tournament.
Gyan, who will turn 37 two days before Ghana’s first match against Portugal, admitted that he isn’t in the best of shape right now, but with three months to go, he believes he can work hard enough to break into Otto Addo’s squad.
The former Sunderland man hasn’t played for the Black Stars since 2019 and hasn’t had a club since leaving Legon Cities in October 2021.
Following the BBC interview, reactions have continued to pour in and Dr. Omane Boamah has expressed his thoughts on Facebook.
He wrote: “Asamoah Gyan has served our nation very well. He has received National honours and we thank him for his dedicated service.”
“Let us not dishonour him by featuring him as a footballer in the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The modern game has intricate dynamics with extraordinary energy and match fitness demands.”
“Besides, his presence changes the entire dynamics in the Dede Ayew led Ghana Black Stars. Additionally, how many more players in the Asamoah Gyan category will be favourably considered or disappointed? I speak as a former Coordinator of the Ghana Black Stars with insider knowledge.
“Gyan has done very well for Ghana. No doubt,” he concluded.
Ghana will play Portugal, South Korea and Uruguay in the group stage.
Source: 3news.com|Ghana