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Thomas Partey's father talks up relationship with Andre Ayew in new Ghana role

Jacob Partey, father of Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas, believes his son is up to the task assisting Swansea City attacker Andre Ayew as the first vice-captain of Ghana's national team.

New Black Stars coach CK Akonnor has made some changes to the team's leadership order, replacing Inter Milan defender Kwadwo Asamoah with reported Arsenal target Thomas while maintaining Ayew as the main skipper.

South Africa-based shot-stopper, Richard Ofori who plies his trade with Maritzburg United, has been appointed as second vice-captain in the new regime.