"Andre Ayew is Done": Kuffuor Wants Nottingham Star Axed From Black Stars

• Emmanuel Osei Kuffuor is calling for Andre Ayew's axing from the Black Stars
• The former Ghanaian international believes the veteran is now past his prime
• Chris Hughton will name his squad for the international assignments in June

Former Ghana and Hearts of Oak legend, Emmanuel Osei Kuffour has called for the exclusion of Andre Ayew from the Black Stars.

According to Kuffuor, the Black Stars should be spearheaded by talents like Mohammed Kudus and Kamaldeen Sulemana.

He also believes Ayew's best days are long gone and claimed he will not add anything new to the current Black Stars team.

“Andre Ayew is done with the Black Stars and should be shown the exit in order to open doors for emerging talents like Kudus,” Kuffour told Onua FM, as quoted by 3news.com.

“Dede Ayew has been with the Black Stars since 2008, and it’s time to leave. Kudus, Sulemana, and others also need the space to show us what they have.”

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Ayew holds the record for the most appearances with the Black Stars, with 113 games to his name, according to Transfermarkt.

While Kuffour ceded Ayew had served well, he also believes the former skipper must step aside.

“His younger brother, Jordan is there and still has something to deliver, unlike Dede, who has fulfilled his responsibilities with the senior national team. He needs to leave and make way for others too.”

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Earlier, Sports Brief reported on Ghana's senior team captain, Ayew saying talent is enough for Nigeria to win the FIFA U20 World Cup.

The 33-year-old Nottingham Forest forward made history after leading the Black Satellites to triumph in 2009 - the only African winners.

Ahead of the 2023 edition in Argentina, Ayew reflected on Ghana's journey at the tournament in Egypt and outlines a key consideration.

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Sports Brief previously reported on Ayew rejoining the Premier League with Nottingham Forest.

The 33-year-old forward signed a six-month deal to reunite with former manager, Steve Cooper.

Ayew terminated his contract with Qatari giants, Al Sadd in January after a season-and-a-half.