English Born Tariq Lamptey Not in Ghana For Nationality Switch, Reveals Reason for Visit

• Tariq Lamptey has arrived in Ghana after a long season with English Premier League side Brighton and Hove Albion
• The Ghana target is in Ghana for holidays and charity works despite reports of switching nationality
• The Ghana Football Association have been in talks with the England U21 defender over a possible change in nationality

Tariq Lamptey has revealed that he is in Ghana to enjoy the holidays and do some charity work despite reports of a nationality switch.

The Brighton and Hove Albion right-back rejected an England U21 invite last week, sparking reports of changing nationalities to represent Ghana.

However, the 21-year-old, who is in Ghana told Joy Sports the purpose of his visit, and has nothing to do with his international career.

"I am already enjoying it so far. It feels good to be back, it’s nice and hot. There is some good food and I am enjoying that," he said.

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"To be honest, I just came back for holiday. Obviously, it’s been a good but long season so I just came to get some rest, some sun – I’ve come to see some family and friends that I have not seen for a while. I’m taking this opportunity just to relax and whine down after a long season," he added.

"Yeah, I have. Obviously, the charity work I have been doing for a number of years with the support of some very important and trusted people. So I am just here to try and for the first time get hands on it and do it in person. It is something that is really close to my heart and I’m looking forward to meeting the people and hopefully having a good day."

Tariq Lamptey has arrived in Ghana

Earlier, Sports Brief reported that England-born defender of Ghanaian descent Tariq Lamptey has reportedly touched down in Ghana.

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Lamptey, who is on the cusp of switching his allegiance to Ghana, recently turned down a call-up to the England U21 team as he weighs up his future.

According to multiple reports in the local media landscape, the Chelsea academy alumnus is in the country and is set to head to Cape Coast, where he will watch his new international teammates play against Madagascar.