Ex-Chelsea And Leicester City Star Ryan Bertrand Describes Michael Essien As An Amazing Human Being

Ex-Chelsea And Leicester City Star Ryan Bertrand Describes Michael Essien As An Amazing Human Being

  • Former Chelsea and Leicester City defender Ryan Bertrand has praised ex-teammate Michael Essien as an exceptional footballer and individual
  • Bertrand, who won the UEFA Champions League with Essien in 2012, commended Essien's skills on the field and his character off it
  • He was speaking during a guest appearance on UTV's Real News with Akrobeto in Ghana and revealed he was in the country for a business visit

Former Chelsea and Leicester City defender Ryan Bertrand has praised his ex-teammate Michael Essien as a remarkable footballer and an exceptional individual.

Bertrand, who won the UEFA Champions League with Essien in 2012, expressed his admiration for the Ghanaian midfielder during a guest appearance on UTV's Real News with Akrobeto.

In the interview, Bertrand, currently in Ghana for a business visit, emphasized Essien's excellence on and off the field, describing him as a fantastic footballer and an amazing human being.

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Ryan Bertrand Describes Michael Essien As An Amazing Human Being
Following his playing career, Essien transitioned into coaching and management. Photo credit: @Naija_PR and @nyannthierry Source: Twitter
Source: Twitter

Essien, Chelsea's record signing at £24.4 million in 2005, played a pivotal role during his decade-long tenure at Stamford Bridge, contributing to the club's Premier League, FA Cup, and UEFA Champions League victories.

Following his playing career, Essien transitioned into coaching and management. He now serves as a first-team assistant coach at Danish club FC Nordsjaelland and recently acquired UEFA A and UEFA Elite Youth A licenses.

Bertrand's accolades highlight Essien's impact as a player and a respected figure in the footballing world.

Watch the interview below:

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Magdalene Larnyoh (Human-Interest editor) Magdalene Larnyoh writes for the Human Interest Desk at YEN.com.gh. She has over ten years of experience in media and communications. She previously worked for Citi FM, Pulse Ghana, and Business Insider Africa. She obtained a BA in Social Sciences from the University of Cape Coast (UCC) in 2012. Reach out to her on magdalene.larnyoh@yen.com.gh