Charles Kwablan Akonnor, a former Ghanaian international and former VfL Wolfsburg captain, has counseled young defender Jonas Adjetey to concentrate on securing a consistent starting position at the team.
The 22-year-old Adjetey signed a contract with the German team through 2030 after joining from FC Basel in Switzerland this summer.
Akonnor reflected on his own time at Wolfsburg in an interview with Graphic Sports, stating that despite his difficulties, footballers received support from their clubs in general.
He emphasized how things got better as more Black players, like Pablo Thiam, established themselves in the league.
Akonnor also acknowledged that the 2006 FIFA World Cup contributed to a shift in German attitudes.
“That World Cup helped Germans accept foreign nationals more, so Adjetey will have the privilege of being welcomed well,” he noted.
Looking ahead, Akonnor, who now works as the head coach for Kenyan side Go Mahia, stressed the importance of Adjetey establishing himself on the pitch.
“All he needs to do now is to work hard, become a starter and not just a bench player. That will help and prepare him for the next level,” he said.
