Accra: Eric Akwasi Agyei, the uncle of Union Berlin defender Derrick Kohn, has strongly criticised the decision to exclude his nephew from Ghana's provisional World Cup squad, declaring he would never allow his own child to represent the country under the current system.
According to Ghana Web, Agyei expressed his frustration during an appearance on Peace FM, where he dismissed reports that Kohn's omission was due to an incomplete nationality switch from Germany to Ghana. Agyei supported earlier statements from Derrick's brother, Michael, asserting that the switch had already been completed.
Kohn has previously participated in friendly matches for Ghana, but official competition representation requires a completed nationality switch. Agyei hinted at other factors influencing the decision, suggesting foul play in the selection process. He passionately stated, "Me, Akwasi Agyei, I will never ever let my child play for Ghana. It will never happen."
He also raised concerns about the broader consequences of the situation, highlighting potential complications for Kohn's career. Agyei noted, "My nephew plays regular football for Union Berlin and earns his salary, but the nationality switch complications will make a potential move to play for Germany instead more difficult. That's what worries me, not him being sidelined by Ghana officials in future call-ups."
Agyei's remarks add to the mounting frustration over Kohn's exclusion, as the family now questions the integrity of Ghana's player selection process. Kohn, 27, had a solid Bundesliga season, making 29 appearances for Union Berlin.