Spezia forward Emmanuel Gyasi believes he earned Black Stars call-up on merit because he made no contact with anyone at the Ghana Football Association (GFA) prior to the announcement by coach Charles Akonnor.
Gyasi was named in Black Stars squad for the first time in March. He was included in the team for 2021 Africa of Nations qualifiers against South Africa and Sao Tome and Principe.
He debuted in the 1-1 stalemate with South Africa in Johannesburg but was left on the bench for the 3-0 victory in Accra against the island country.
“There had been some speculations about me, but I had never spoken to anyone from the Ghana Football Association (GFA) before (the call-up),” Gyasi told BBC Sports.
“Then I was finally called up! Ghana is an important football country in Africa, with thousands of good players. I am very proud of myself.” Gyasi added.
The Italy born is expected to be part of coach Charles Akonnor’s squad for the next AFCON in Cameroon.
Gyasi has been a pivot for club side, Spezia since their promotion into the Italian Serie A.
He has eight goal contributions in 34 appearances this season.