Hans Nunoo Sarpei has opened up on etching his name in the history books of Finish giants HJK Helsinki.
The 25-year-old ended his Bundesliga expedition after six years of playing in the top three divisions of German football. Sarpei signed a two-year deal with the option of a further year in the winter transfer window to join HJK.
Before moving to Finland, the former Ghana youth international had been inactive since his contract with Ingolstadt ended last summer.
Sarpei is looking at rewriting a new story after starting a new chapter in his career.
“It is understandable that people think that I have been on the sidelines for a long time. But it is often forgotten that quality is quality, and my skills have not disappeared anywhere. I have also trained my physical condition practically every day to be ready when the time comes,” he told the club’s official website.
“I wouldn’t use that term myself,” he stated when asked if he was ‘restarting a career’.
“I would rather say that it’s time to start writing a new chapter in my story together with HJK and its great supporters and get to share every moment together.
“I am grateful to HJK’s club management, coaching and players that I have been given the opportunity to enjoy football again!”
Former Ghana youth international, Hans Nunoo Sarpei says his debut for Finish club HJK Helsinki was not easy after featuring on Gnistan’s artificial pitch.
Sarpei is not used to playing on an artificial turf, having spent the last six years of his career playing in Germany.
The ex-Stuttgart star joined HJK Helsinki last week after ending his stay in Germany following the expiration of his contract with Ingolstadt.
Sarpei helped HJK to victory on his debut against Gnistan on Sunday, February 3, 2024.
“Of course, it’s not the easiest platform to play on, but a professional has to adapt to different situations. The most important thing for me was to be sure in the games that I’m still fit to play. I have been a fighter since I was a child and I still am, says Sarpei,” said Sarpei after the match.
The 25-year-old is expected to start in the friendly against Ilves on Saturday.
Source: Ghana Soccernet