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Africa-Press – Ghana. <\/strong><\/span>Tariq Lamptey has expressed delight in completing his nationality switch ahead of Ghana’s international friendlies against Brazil and Nicaragua later this month.<\/p>\n

The former England youth international has been named in coach Otto Addo’s team for the games later this month. In a video shared on social media, the Brighton defender penned a heartfelt message to England as he makes himself available for Ghana.<\/p>\n

“I\u2019m happy that everything is completed with FIFA and I\u2019m able to play for Ghana. I thank God for giving me this opportunity, I would like to say a big thank you to everyone involved in making this happen,” he wrote on Twitter with a lovely video announcing his switch.<\/p>\n

“I\u2019d like to take a moment to thank England and everyone involved in my journey so far, had some unbelievable memories, I\u2019m grateful for everyone who\u2019s helped me along the way coaches, staff, players and fans. It was an honour to wear the shirt and represent the country thank you.<\/p>\n

“I\u2019m really excited to start this journey and looking forward to representing Ghana. I can\u2019t wait to play in front of you amazing fans. Thank you for the warm welcome let\u2019s gooo.” Tariq Lamptey will make his debut for Ghana in the game against Brazil on September 23, 2022 in France.<\/p>\n

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