The 27-year-old has put out an appreciation message after being named in the new Black Stars leadership team
Atletico Madrid ace Thomas Teye Partey has stated he is looking to help Ghana reach higher heights after being named as new deputy captain of the national team.
On Sunday, the midfielder was rewarded with the vice-skipper role for his team influence since joining the Black Stars in 2016.
Taking over from Inter Milan defender Kwadwo Asamoah, Partey will provide support for main captain Andre Ayew, who kept his position despite the leadership shakeup
It is a big honor to be chosen for this position in the national team,” the 27-year-old, who has heavily been linked to Arsenal for a reported imminent transfer, posted in an appreciation message on social media.
“Thanks to the technical team for making me one of the leaders of our beloved national team.
“We will keep working hard to help this great football nation.
“Congrats to my colleagues Andre Ayew and Richard Ofori as well.
“Together we stand. God bless our homeland Ghana.”
New Ghana coach CK Akonnor masterminded the Black Stars leadership reshuffle ahead of his first assignment in November – a 2022 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifying double-header against Sudan.
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