"I want to play for the Black Stars and feel the pride" - Former Kotoko captain Richard Boadu

Ghanaian midfielder Richard Boadu has reiterated his desire to represent the Black Stars, revealing that he turned down an offer from the Libyan Football Association to switch nationality.

Boadu, who currently plays for Libyan side Al-Tahaddi Sports Club, disclosed that he was approached to naturalize and represent Libya at the international level. However, he firmly rejected the proposal, emphasizing his deep connection to Ghana and his ambition to don the national colors.

“When I came here, they tried to get me to naturalize for Libya, but I declined. It’s not about the money; I am Ghanaian. I also want to represent my country and feel the pride,” Boadu told Fakye TV.

Despite not yet receiving a call-up to the Black Stars, the former Asante Kotoko and Medeama SC midfielder remains optimistic that his performances in Libya will earn him a place in the Ghanaian national team.

Boadu was a key figure in the Ghana Premier League before making the move to North Africa, impressing with both Kotoko and Medeama. Now in Libya, he continues to chase his dream of representing Ghana at the highest level.