Former Ghana captain Asamoah Gyan has declared Brazilian legend Ronaldo Nazario de Lima as. The greatest football player of all time, citing the immense influence Ronaldo had on his own career and playing style.
Gyan, who grew up idolizing the former Barcelona and Real Madrid star, emulated Ronaldo’s techniques and skills during his youth. Despite the ongoing debate over football’s greatest player. Which has included icons such as Pele, Maradona, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Lionel Messi, Gyan believes Ronaldo stands above the rest.
In a recent interview with YFM, Gyan expressed his admiration for the Brazilian legend, highlighting Ronaldo’s unique abilities and accomplishments.
“Brazilian Ronaldo is the one from whom I drew a lot of inspiration. To me, he is the greatest player of all time,” Gyan stated. “He was a center-forward who could do everything. I grew up and acquired skills similar to his. A center-forward might have certain qualities and lack others. But I see myself as a complete striker who never lacked anything. I thank God for that.”
Great Footballer
Ronaldo remains the youngest player to have won the FIFA World Best Player award, first securing it in 1996 at the age of 20. He went on to win the FIFA World Player of the Year award two more times and also claimed the FIFA World Cup twice with Brazil. His remarkable achievements and playing style have left a lasting legacy in the world of football.
Asamoah Gyan, who is Ghana’s all-time top scorer with 51 goals and the country’s second most-capped player behind Andre Ayew, has had a distinguished career himself.
His praise for Ronaldo underscores the Brazilian’s enduring impact on generations of footballers worldwide.
Gyan’s declaration adds a significant voice to the ongoing debate over football’s greatest player, providing insight into how Ronaldo’s talents and legacy continue to inspire players even today.