I am now homeless - Former Black Stars defender Edwin Gyimah reveals

Former Ghana international defender Edwin Gyimah has spoken candidly about his difficult fall from professional football into what he describes as homelessness, pointing to betrayal, strained relationships, and off-field setbacks that derailed his career.

In an interview with Oyerepa FM, the former Orlando Pirates and SuperSport United player said his problems began after a breakdown in relations with his former agent following a failed move to Magesi FC in 2025.

According to him, the episode damaged his reputation and contributed to the collapse of several potential deals despite what he describes as strong interest from clubs.

Gyimah also detailed serious family disputes, alleging that relatives took control of his properties while he was abroad, including his home in Ghana.

He said the development has left him, his wife, and his children without a permanent place to live.

He expressed deep frustration at what he sees as abandonment from both the football community and his own family, saying he has been left to struggle emotionally and financially after years of sacrifice.

“During my career, I sacrificed everything for my family, especially my mother and siblings. But after my fallout with my agent, who spoke negatively about me publicly, everything changed. My relationships collapsed. My bosses, friends, colleagues, even my own family, have all turned their backs on me," Gyimah said.

He added that despite receiving multiple opportunities, none materialised.

“The industry has abandoned me. I received 21 contract offers within a year, yet none materialised. I turned to my family for support, even spiritually, but they ignored me. I feel completely neglected.

“While I was in South Africa, my sister asked me to transfer ownership of my house for GHS 25,000, later increasing it to GHS 50,000. When I returned to Ghana, I found that my house had been taken over. Today, my wife, my children, and I have nowhere to stay- we are just moving from place to place.

Gyimah further claimed that a property dispute worsened his situation, saying his sister pressured him over ownership arrangements while he was in South Africa, and that he later returned to find his house occupied by others.

“I am deeply embarrassed and broken. I believe I am under spiritual attack from my own family. I have suffered accidents, injuries and constant struggles. At this point, I don’t know what to do anymore."