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Netherlands striker of Ghanaian descent Boadu denies Black Stars approach

Dutch-born AZ Alkmaar striker Myron Boadu reveals he was not approached by Ghana officials.

Born to Ghanaian parents in Amsterdam, the 19-year-old was reportedly courted by the West Africans over a switch of international allegiance from the Netherlands whom he represented at various youth levels.

In November, he made his debut for Oranje in a Uefa Euro 2020 qualifier against Estonia, thereby becoming ineligible to play for the Black Stars.

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“No, actually not," Boadu said, as reported by his club's official website.

"Me, my parents and my agent have never had a call or anything [from Ghana officials].