Former Ghana international Shilla Illiasu Alhassan has shed more light on his failed 2006 move to Arsenal following a brilliant performance at the World Cup.
Then on the books of Ghana Premier League (GPL) outfit Asante Kotoko, the defender impressed in group matches against the Czech Republic and Italy, benefiting from a nightmarish outing of Samuel Kuffour in the tournament opener against Italy.
He attracted interest from Arsenal but failed to seal a deal with the Gunners after a trial spell.
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“When the opportunity to play for Arsenal came, I was in doubt.