Ghana captain Jordan Ayew has completed his move to Sheffield United, signing a one-year contract with the Championship club.
The 34-year-old forward joins the Blades as a free agent after his contract with Leicester City expired at the end of last season.
Sheffield United have now filled their 25-man squad with the signing of the experienced Ghana international, who links up with Chris Wilder’s squad immediately.
Ayew’s last competitive appearance came at the World Cup, where he started all four of Ghana’s matches as the Black Stars reached the knockout stage, including the 0-0 draw against England.
Wilder is delighted to have secured the experienced forward after the club moved quickly to complete the deal.
“I spoke last week about being close to getting someone in from the free agent market, and things did move quite quickly, so I am really pleased to have Jordan with us,” Wilder said.
The Sheffield United boss praised Ayew’s experience at the highest level and his ability to operate across the front line.
“We’re talking about someone here with bags of experience from right at the top level of the game. Only a few months ago he was captaining Ghana in the World Cup, so he’s someone with real pedigree.”
“He did well at this level last season in difficult circumstances and has played all across the front positions during his career, which gives us plenty of options,” he added.
Ayew said he was delighted to complete the move and is determined to make an immediate impact.
“I’m really, really pleased to be here. The manager and the club made a great effort to get me here as quick as possible,” Ayew said.
“It happened really, really quick because I was in Ghana and the manager called me last week. I didn’t think twice, I just took the opportunity.”
Ayew brings more than 500 competitive appearances to Sheffield United, having played for Marseille, Sochaux, Lorient, Aston Villa, Swansea City, Crystal Palace and Leicester City.
He will now begin his latest chapter in English football as Sheffield United look to strengthen their attack for the season.
Source: Ghanasoccernet
