Ex-Ghana U-20 defender Arago Jamal explains why he switched nationality to Liberia

Former Ghana U20 defender Arago Jamal has opened up on why he switched his nationality to represent Liberia at the senior level.

The 28-year-old, who ply his trade for Sabail FK has been handed a call up by the Lone Stars for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Nigeria and Central Africa Republic (CAR).

Arago Jamal, has a Liberian lineage as his mother is from the neighbouring country.

Speaking to local portal, GhanaSportsOnline.com, the Sabail FK defender explains why he decided to switch his nationality to Liberia.

“I took the decision based on some personal reasons,” he said.

According to him, his decision to switch nationality is personal and has nothing to do with lack of attention from Ghana.

“Not at all [it’s not because of the constant snub by Ghana] I do really believe in my qualities I just have some private personal reasons and that’s all,”

His vision is clearly set out as he targets success with the Lone Stars.

“To help the country to get to a better level in terms of progressing to tournaments because as it stands, we all see it’s been ages we haven’t seen the team made it to top competitions,” he added.