Ghanaian international released by Orlando Pirates
The defender will now have to look for a new club
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The South African giants confirmed on Thursday that they have released the defender per his own request.
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An official statement from the club read:
Orlando Pirates Football Club has parted ways with Edwin Gyimah. The Club has agreed to release the player as per his request.
Gyimah had submitted a request in writing prior to his departure to the African Cup of Nations where he was to go on national duty with Ghana.
The Club has acceded to Mr Gyimah's request and wish him all of the best in his future endeavours.'
The 25-year-old was involved in a well-publicized altercation with former Pirates coach Muhsin Ertugral in September last year at the Cape Town International Airport.
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Gyimah is infamous in Ghana for having been a part of the Black Stars' squad for the last three consecutive Africa Cup of Nations tournaments without failing to play any significant role. The former Wa All Stars man failed to make a single appearance when Ghana finished fourth in Gabon.
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He has previously played for Sekondi Hasaacas, Supersport United and Mpumalanga Black Aces.
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