Ghanaian youngster, Abdul Fatawu Issahaku has been named Leicester City Men's Young Player of the Season.
Jeffery Schlupp, the Ghanaian international, fondly recalls Crystal Palace's remarkable victory against Manchester City during the 2022/23 season as his standout moment for the club.
Ghanaian international Jeffery Schlupp is optimistic about Crystal Palace's future, citing the abundance of talent within the squad.
Drawing from his experience of winning the Premier League title with Leicester City, Schlupp believes Crystal Palace possesses some of the best young talents in England, instilling confidence in the club's trajectory.
Speaking to the club's official website, Schlupp expressed, “Talent and potential-wise, it’s got to be right up there." He highlighted the transformation from an older squad to a younger one brimming with potential.
He acknowledged the efforts of the club's management in recruiting quality young players, setting the stage for an exciting future. Schlupp noted the impending peak of these players, signaling a promising era for Crystal Palace.
As the squad gains valuable Premier League experience, Schlupp emphasized their growth not only in skill but also in tactical understanding and Premier League expertise.
He mentioned key players like Tyrick Mitchell, Michael Olise, and Ebs Eze, who are approaching their prime years and are expected to make significant contributions to the team's success.
Schlupp stressed the importance of high expectations for these talented players while acknowledging the responsibility on their shoulders to fulfill their potential.
Despite being a close-knit group, Schlupp highlighted the players' maturity and ability to handle advice and guidance from coaches, emphasizing their readiness to take ownership of their performances on the field.
Having contributed two goals and three assists in 31 games across competitions this season, Schlupp continues to play a pivotal role in Crystal Palace's lineup.
Ex-Ghana international Asamoah Gyan has commended Abdul Fatawu Issahaku for forfeiting debut apperance at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Ivory Coast to focus on club football at Leicester City in the English Championship.
Issahaku, who is currently on loan from Sporting CP, chose to prioritize his long-term future at Leicester City over international duties with the Black Stars at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.
The former Black Stars captain in a recent interview said the decision from the 20-year-old winger not to play the AFCON has proven to be a beneficial to his career and has become a key figure at the King Power Stadium outfit.
Gyan in an interview said: “Although we needed him in the national team, but for him not to come to the AFCON, I think is the best decision he made because he had to focus on his playing career and make sure he gets to the height and Ghanaians had patience for him despite little criticism but I think it has paid off.”
Fatawu Issahaku, on loan at Leicester City has played a crucial role in their promotion back to the English Premier League as Championship winners.
He has netted six goals and provided 13 asssits in 39 league appearances for the Foxes.
Leicester City are expected to cough up €17 million in the summer to acquire the Ghanaian international from Portuguese side Sporting CP on permenant basis.
Ghanaian second-tier side Steadfast FC are set to receive €7.9 million from Fatawu Issahaku’s (20) imminent transfer from Sporting CP to English Championship winners Leicester City this summer.
English-born of Ghanaian lineage Kirsten Otchere was on the scoresheet over the weekend for Leicester City who lost 3-2 to league leaders Chelsea in the English U18 Premier League.
