There is no friction within the team - Jordan Ayew on relationship among Black Stars players

Black Stars captain, Jordan Ayew, has refuted reports suggesting that there is a broken relationship with the playing body.

After the team failed to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), multiple reports have suggested that there is friction within the team.

However, speaking to Joy Sports, the Leicester City forward mounted a spirited defense of his teammates, describing the relationship in camp as that of a ‘family.’

“Obviously we are not best friends, because everyone is different and has who they’re closest to," he said.

“But just like a family, the fact that you’re closer to your sister doesn’t mean you don’t love your brother.

“There’s no problem or friction within the team, and I’m yet to see any problem whatsoever. We’re like brothers,” he added.

Ayew scored 9 goals in 13 appearances for Ghana last year and will be hoping to continue his fine form with the national team when Ghana hosts Chad in a FIFA World Cup qualifier on Friday.

Jordan Ayew will the Black Stars when they take on Chad tonight at the Accra Sports Stadium before flying to play Madagascar on Monday in the Matchday five and six games of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.