Kevin Prince Boateng, a former midfielder for AC Milan, has disclosed that he turned down an invitation to represent Ghana.
Kevin Prince Boateng switched his nationality to play for the West African nation in 2010, just before the World Cup held in South Africa.
After delivering a remarkable performance at the tournament, he became a key player for the Black Stars.
However, in an interview with Bona Fide Sports, the 38-year-old shared that he initially declined the opportunity to play for Ghana because he felt a stronger connection to his German heritage than to his Ghanaian background.
“I grew up in a household that was German. My mindset was not entirely German when it came to adhering to rules. That may be my arrogance, but it was also my talent,” Kevin Prince Boateng explained.
“Ghana had already offered me a spot for the 2006 World Cup, but I refused because I believed my chance in Germany was still viable, as there’s a perception that playing for Germany holds more value for your career.”
“But by 2010, I thought differently; I felt it wasn’t about prestige anymore, because I had already made a name for myself; my nationality didn’t define my importance,” he continued.
Prince Boateng also participated in the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. He has played 15 matches for Ghana and netted two goals.
