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Ghana international Frank Acheampong has disclosed his reasons for moving to China, insisting he had to “secure” his future.
The 23-year-old joined Chinese Super League side, Tianjin Teda on loan from Belgian giants Anderlecht last week, despite being courted by some clubs from Europe’s top leagues.
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Acheampong’s move to Asia surprised many, especially after the player himself openly admitted he wanted to play in the English Premiership.
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However, the winger has now revealed his reasons for joining the Chinese Super League side.
According to him, no European club made a concrete offer, while also adding that the offer from Tianjin Teda was too good to reject.
“The English clubs were there but nothing was concrete but the people here [in China] were serious and the offer was good,” the former Berekum Chelsea man said in an interview with Ghanasoccernet.com.
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“My club had a good deal and I am also okay with my part which will make my family happy and secure my future.
“I'm grateful to God for the deal and I hope to make a great impact here. And with God on my side, I will make it happen."
Acheampong had his first stint in Asia with Thai side Buriram United from 2011, before joining Anderlecht for a fee of €1 million in 2013,