Former Black Stars captain André Ayew has hinted at a possible future in football administration amid reports that he could contest the Ghana Football Association (GFA) presidential elections.
The 36-year-old, however, has stopped short of confirming whether he intends to run for the position. Ayew addressed the speculation while speaking on the Obi One Podcast, hosted by former Chelsea midfielder John Mikel Obi, in Accra on Sunday.
“First of all, what the masses want is most important,” Ayew said.
“I’ve heard the rumours about people saying I should lead Ghana football, but that’s not what is important; I just want our football to grow, not tomorrow, but now,” he added.
The next GFA presidential and Executive Council elections are scheduled for 2027, with Kurt Okraku having led the football governing body since 2019.
Ayew is currently without a club after leaving Dutch side NAC Breda in May. He has remained in Ghana, where he continues to train while negotiations with three clubs reportedly remain ongoing.
The veteran forward has enjoyed a distinguished international career with the Black Stars, captaining Ghana and representing the country at several major tournaments, including the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
While Ayew’s comments do not amount to a declaration of his candidacy, his remarks have added to growing speculation about a possible move into football administration.
