Jordan Ayew

Ghanaian professional footballer, Crystal Palace

Jordan Ayew - Ghanaian professional footballer, Crystal Palace
Born

September 11th, 1991
33 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Ghana

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Born in 1991, this professional footballer has played as a forward for multiple clubs in European leagues. The career began in 2009 with Marseille, where contributions helped secure the Ligue 1 title in the 2009-2010 season. Stints with other teams included loan spells at Lorient and subsequent transfers to Aston Villa and Swansea City. In 2020, joined Crystal Palace and became an integral part of the squad. Represented the Ghana national team in several Africa Cup of Nations tournaments and the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

Winning Ligue 1 with Marseille in 2010

Playing in the Premier League for Crystal Palace

Competing in the 2014 FIFA World Cup

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