Ghana forward Jordan Ayew has acknowledged that reaching the level of his legendary father, Abedi Ayew Pele, is an impossible feat.
Despite his own achievements, including scoring over 100 career goals and being the leading Ghanaian goal-scorer in Premier League history, Ayew believes his father’s career was far superior.
Abedi, widely regarded as one of the greatest Ghanaian footballers, achieved remarkable success during his playing days. He won the Africa Cup of Nations, conquered the Champions League, and was honoured as the African Footballer of the Year on three occasions, solidifying his legendary status.
Speaking about the pressure of living up to his father’s legacy, the Crystal Palace ace expressed his realistic outlook.
“I don’t come under pressure at all. My dad has done his part and he did it very well, so it’s impossible to get to even get that level. I always say it, and I am open,” Ayew said on GTV Sports+.
“What I can do is to make a name for myself and try and be as good as I can and represent the family as good as possible,” he affirmed.
Jordan, who will turn 32 in September, has earned over 90 caps for Ghana, scoring 19 goals since his debut in 2010.
