Eddie Mensah, the Chief Executive Officer of the Right to Dream Academy, has indicated that the academy will continue its upward trajectory in nurturing the next generation of talented young players.
Mensah’s statement comes in light of the recent achievements of academy graduates in European football, such as Mohammed Kudus of Ajax and Ernest Nuamah of Nordsjaelland.
In an exclusive interview with Citi Sports, Eddie Mensah expressed his confidence in the academy’s ability to produce more exceptional talents in the next two years. He hopes that their success will serve as an inspiration for future generations.
Mensah spoke with excitement about the emergence of some highly promising midfielders from the academy. He believes that these players will play a significant role in the future of Ghanaian football.
The CEO also emphasized his pride in the academy’s progress, stating that their players now have new destinations where they can showcase their skills and develop further. He sees this as a moment of pride for Ghana, as the seed planted at the Right to Dream Academy has flourished and reached great heights.
While acknowledging that the academy is not perfect, Mensah expressed his hope that their success will inspire others to emulate their model and contribute to the development of Ghanaian football in their own unique ways.
“In the next two years, there are a couple of midfielders, I think are very exciting. I think they will play a big role in the future of Ghana football.”
“The headline for me is one of real excitement because at the very least we have a new destination for our players, to really go there and shine and develop their talents.
“The second headline for me is a moment of pride for Ghana, something that started here, a seed sown here has really grown to reach far.”
“We are not perfect, but I hope that our success will inspire other people, to emulate what we do at [Right to Dream Academy], and put their own twist on the development of Ghana football.”
The Right to Dream Academy has a track record of developing world-class players who have gone on to excel at both club and international levels, featuring in prestigious competitions such as the MLS, UEFA Champions League, and FIFA World Cup. In fact, seven academy graduates represented their countries in the 2022 World Cup, including several players in the Ghana national team, the Black Stars.
The recent joint acquisition of San Diego FC by the Right to Dream Academy and an American business group marks a significant milestone for African football. This acquisition provides a prestigious platform for Ghanaian, Egyptian, and other African youngsters trained at the Right to Dream Academy to further enhance their skills and succeed at the highest level.
San Diego FC, set to debut in the MLS in 2025 at Snapdragon Stadium, will serve as the flagship destination for the talented graduates of the Right to Dream Academy, solidifying their path to success.
