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Ghana's Sulemana reveals Okocha as his footballing hero
Saturday Star
|April 12, 2025
WHILE Southampton's defeat against Tottenham Hotspur last weekend has all but confirmed their Premier League fate, the season hasn't been without its bright spots.
One such shining light has been their dynamic African forward, Kamaldeen Sulemana. The young Ghanaian attacking talent has showcased immense potential, hinting at a promising future.
There are plenty of African footballers that have done well in the Premier League. Which African player do you look up to the most who has played in the Premier League?
In the Premier League, position wise I would have to say Jay-Jay Okocha. Obviously Ronaldinho is my idol, we are similar in how we play, and we are fun for people to watch, and he is the player I looked up to, but there are so many in the Premier League that have done well. The likes of Sadio Mane, who has been at Southampton, Mohammed Salah, Yaya Toure, Samuel Eto’o - there are so many names, but Jay-Jay Okocha is my go to.
You have said in previous interviews that Ronaldinho and Jay-Jay play with a smile on their face, and that you love that about them. You try to do the same, is that right?
This story is from the April 12, 2025 edition of Saturday Star.
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