Asamoah Gyan Will Improve Ghana Premier League, Says Ex-Ghana Defender Jerry Akaminko

Former Ghana defender, Jerry Akaminko has heaped praises on Asamoah Gyan following his return to the Ghana Premier League.

The former Black Stars captain joined Legon Cities FC on local transfer deadline day on a one year deal.

The former Sunderland and Liberty Professionals striker has been handed the iconic jersey #3 at his new side.

And according to Akaminko, who played with Gyan at the Black Stars beleives the return to the striker to the local top-flight after 17 years beleives the presence of Gyan will revive and improve the Premier League.

"I was happy for Asamoah Gyan when the deal was announced," Akaminko told Asempa FM.

"We need such characters in our league because they know the in and out of the game and I must commend Gyan for that bold step.

The former Hearts of Lions also hinted that he will also love to return to the local league before he retires.

"I am considering to come back to the local league before I retire," he said.

"We must all help to revive our local football. All is not lost," he added.