Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams has opened discussions with former Black Stars skipper Asamoah Gyan as part of ongoing efforts to deepen grassroots football development across Ghana.
The engagement, held at the minister’s office in Accra, centred on practical approaches to talent identification and long-term player development at the community level. T
he Sports Ministry considers grassroots football a cornerstone of its broader vision to build a sustainable talent pipeline for future national teams.
Gyan, Ghana’s all-time top scorer, attended the meeting alongside his elder brother Baffour Gyan and his manager Samuel Anim Addo.
Their presence underlined the seriousness of the talks and the shared interest in contributing to football growth beyond the elite level.
Reflecting on the meeting, Adams emphasised the value of insights from former players who have excelled on the global stage.
“Yesterday, I had the honour of hosting Ghana’s football legend, Asamoah Gyan, a man whose name echoes across continents, not just for goals scored, but for the hope he inspired in a generation,” Adams said.
He added: “Our discussion focused on deepening grassroots sports development and leveraging his wealth of experience across football and philanthropy.”
The minister also expressed confidence in Gyan’s ability to make a meaningful impact off the pitch, especially in youth-focused initiatives.
“His continued passion for youth, sports, and community impact remains unmatched, and we are excited about the role he can play in our national strategy,” Adams stated.
Gyan, who scored 51 goals for Ghana, remains one of the most influential figures in the country’s football history.
