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Former Ghana striker Asamoah Gyan has shared that playing in the Premier League was a lifelong dream, inspired by his admiration for players like Tony Yeboah. After a standout performance at the 2010 FIFA World Cup, Gyan made a significant move to Sunderland for a record fee of £13 million. He made an immediate impact by scoring on his debut against Wigan Athletic. During his time at Sunderland, he netted 10 goals in 34 appearances before transferring to Al Ain. Gyan expressed that despite having the option to remain at Stade Rennais, he chose to pursue his ambition of playing in England, which he considers a fulfilling chapter in his football career.