Former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan has voiced strong support for former Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kwesi Nyantakyi, attributing his removal to sabotage and self-serving interests within the football fraternity.

In an Instagram Live session on Thursday, Gyan lamented the state of Ghanaian football since Nyantakyi’s departure, describing the ex-GFA boss and former CAF Vice President as a unifying figure committed to the development of the sport.

Gyan alleged that Nyantakyi’s downfall was orchestrated by individuals whose attempts to manipulate the football system were met with resistance.

The former captain’s comments have sparked discussions about leadership and reform within Ghanaian football.

“When Nyantakyi was the GFA president, look at where Ghana football was. Nyantakyi was never the kind of person who allowed internal bickering. He wouldn’t accept selfish agendas.”

“If someone came to him with selfish reasons, he wouldn’t accept it. That’s why they wanted him out. Since his removal as GFA president, have you seen what has become of Ghana football?”

Asamoah Gyan emphasized Nyantakyi’s accomplishments, notably his ascent to the role of CAF Vice President, which established him as a key figure in African football.

He contended that the leadership of the former GFA president provided much-needed stability and guidance to Ghanaian football.

The former striker asserts that Ghanaian football has experienced a considerable downturn following Nyantakyi’s departure in 2018.

He criticized individuals who opposed Nyantakyi’s role, claiming they placed their personal interests above the advancement of the sport, leading to the current stagnation and lack of development.

“Nyantakyi was leading us somewhere. He became CAF Vice President, one of the strongest people in African football. But because he wouldn’t entertain their selfish interests, they sabotaged him. They found a way to remove him from his role.

“People didn’t agree with how Nyantakyi was leading, but the truth is he was doing well. Look at where Ghana football was under his leadership, and look at it now. It’s clear who the problem was.”

Nyantakyi served as the president of the Ghana Football Association from December 30, 2005, until June 7, 2018.