Former Black Stars coach Charles Kwablah Akonnor, echoing sentiments from legendary Ghanaian footballer Asamoah Gyan, has emphasized the pivotal role of West Ham star Mohammed Kudus in revitalizing the national team.
Gyan, speaking on Asempa FM, highlighted Kudus' exceptional performances in the Premier League, asserting that the midfielder's influence signals a new era for Ghanaian football.
"So far it is obvious when I say it's obvious I mean you know, Mohammed Kudus," Gyan stated on Asempa FM.
"When I was coming up, we had Michael Essien, Stephen Appiah, Sulley Muntari and at a point it got to me. Players have come and gone. We had the Abedi Pele era, Stephen Appiah era, Michael Essien era and the Asamoah Gyan era and now it looks like it's Kudus' era."
"I mean he is the only Ghanaian player performing in Europe. And not just in any league, but in the Premier League," Gyan added.
Akonnor, in agreement with Gyan, stressed the importance of centering the Black Stars around Kudus, citing his remarkable talent and potential to lead the team to success.
Speaking on Akoma FM, Akonnor emphasized the need to prioritize Kudus as the focal point of the national team, considering his outstanding performances at both club and international levels.
"The earlier, of course, the better. Yes, our captain and his brother have performed admirably for the team, but given the current trend, it makes more sense to center Black Stars around Mohammed Kudus. He (Kudus) has shown everyone wrong about his ability to be the next big thing, it makes sense for us to get started as soon as possible."
As Ghana prepares for future competitions, including World Cup qualifiers and the Africa Cup of Nations, Akonnor's and Gyan's advocacy for Kudus as the centerpiece of the team reflects a strategic approach to harnessing the talent of one of the nation's brightest prospects.
