Ghanaian youngster Ibrahim Osman has revealed having conversations with Black Stars teammate Tariq Lamptey before making his decision to join Premier League club, Brighton and Hove Albion.
Osman, who finalized his move earlier in the season, revealed having discussions with Lamptey during the June World Cup qualifiers against the Central African Republic and Mali about the team.
Despite limited interactions, Osman appreciated Lamptey's insights about the club and the city.
“It was cool with him in the Black Stars camp although we didn’t speak a lot but with his help, he has been telling me about the city and the club,” Osman said to TV3.
The young winger, who previously trained at the Right to Dream Academy alongside standout Simon Adingra, noted their shared journey from academy hopefuls to Premier League prospects.
Adingra, who impressed at the Africa Cup of Nations and in Brighton's recent season, provided additional guidance about the club.
"It was only a few years ago when the two boys were walking the streets of the academy as young footballers with big dreams and now they will be playing together at the same club.
“I have been speaking to Simon for quite some time also about the club and he tells me a lot. I can’t wait to connect with them at the club and get going,” Osman said.