Former Ghana international Ibrahim Ayew has been appointed head coach of Glacis United’s U-23 team in a player-coach role.
The Gibraltar-based club confirmed the appointment in a statement, saying it was delighted to secure the services of the experienced midfielder.
Ayew has considerable knowledge of football in Gibraltar and has won the domestic league title four times during his career. Glacis United believe his experience, leadership and understanding of the game will help develop their young players.
“We are delighted to welcome Ibrahim Ayew to the club in a player-coach role,” the statement read.
“The former Ghana international brings a wealth of experience, knowledge and leadership, which will be invaluable to our young squad both on and off the pitch.”
Ayew has played for a number of clubs during his career, including Belgian side Lierse, Asante Kotoko, Europa, Bruno’s Magpies and Lincoln Red Imps.
He began his international career with Ghana at youth level, representing the country’s U-17, U-20 and U-23 teams before going on to feature for the senior national side.
Ayew was included in Ghana’s squad for the 2010 Africa Cup of Nations in Angola. The Black Stars reached the final but finished runners-up after losing to Egypt.
He was also part of Ghana’s squad at the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa, where he travelled alongside his younger brother Andre Ayew.
At the African Nations Championship (CHAN), Ayew also represented Ghana and finished second in the competition. He was named Man of the Match twice in 2009.
His arrival gives Glacis United’s U-23 setup an experienced figure with knowledge of both domestic and international football. The club hopes his playing and coaching responsibilities will support its efforts to strengthen its youth development programme.
