Man City Star Jeremy Doku Visits Manhyia, Presents Special Gift To Asantehene Osei Tutu II
- Manchester City winger Jeremy Doku paid a courtesy visit to the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II
- The Belgian international presented a special gift to the Asantehene and received a royal blessing from the revered monarch
- Doku, who has been in Ghana since Friday, July 11, is currently on a heartfelt journey to reconnect with his heritage
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Jeremy Doku continues to make the most of his time in Ghana with a symbolic visit to the Manhyia Palace. There, he paid homage to the revered Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, on Tuesday, July 15.
Doku, accompanied by his parents, wife, siblings, and brother, arrived at the Palace dressed in regal Kente cloth, a rich symbol of Ghanaian tradition.
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The meeting between the football star and the Ashanti monarch was facilitated by Akosua Dentaa Amoateng MBE, who led the delegation.
Jeremy Doku pays homage to Asantehene Otumfour Osei Tutu II
In a touching moment, the 23-year-old gifted Otumfuo a Manchester City jersey with his name boldly inscribed on the back.
In return, the Asantehene placed his hands on Doku’s shoulders and offered heartfelt blessings, welcoming him as a proud son of the land.
Doku’s royal visit sparked admiration across social media. Many praised the gesture and hailed his deep connection to Ghanaian culture. Here are some reactions from X, compiled by YEN.com.gh:
@richy_goonerr commented:
"30-year-old full backs are getting cooked mercilessly next season 🔥🔥"
@Moonlit_tee forecasted an impressive campaign for Doku:
"The real African giant gave us a hell of a season."
@netrovertHQ shared a similar sentiment:
"We are about to see a whole new Doku next season🔥"
@The_Gambitz applauded the beautiful scenery:
"African culture is the best 🔥"
@asiedu2009 summed up with appellations:
"Sei kutuu, sei bam."
Doku’s journey to Kumasi was not an isolated event but part of a broader mission to embrace his Ghanaian heritage.
Though he wears the Belgian jersey on the international stage, his ties to the West African nation run deep.
According to Ghanasoccernet, he speaks Twi fluently, loves local food, and frequently expresses pride in his roots.
His visit to Ghana is not just about relaxation but also about honouring his identity.
Before his visit to Manhyia, Doku also made an emotional stop at his family home in Madina, where he reconnected with relatives and neighbours.
He also organised a grassroots football tournament at the Madina Astro Turf, which drew attention from locals.
The final match saw GIS edge past Field Masters with a 1-0 victory in a closely contested match.
His trip to Ghana is nearing its end, and the electric winger is set to return to Manchester and begin pre-season training with the Cityzens
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His first assignment post-break could come on August 9, when City face Palermo FC in a friendly that will serve as the curtain-raiser for the inaugural Anglo-Palermitan Trophy, according to Goal.
"I wish Kudus and Kamaldeen played for Belgium, not Ghana," Doku says
In an earlier report by YEN.com.gh, it was revealed that Jeremy Doku expressed admiration for two Black Stars players.
The Manchester City winger spoke highly of Mohammed Kudus and also named Atalanta’s Kamaldeen Sulemana, whom he described as a close friend, as another Ghanaian talent he’d love to share the pitch with.
Source: YEN.com.gh
