Former Ghana international Michael Essien has committed to a new two-year contract to remain as assistant coach of Danish side FC Nordsjælland.
With his previous deal set to expire soon, the club has confirmed that Essien will continue with the team for the upcoming season.
The 42-year-old initially joined Nordsjælland as a player-coach before officially becoming part of the coaching staff on September 9, 2020.
Since then, Essien has established himself as a vital member of the coaching team. He currently holds a UEFA A License and has completed specialised UEFA courses focusing on football management and organisation.
During his playing career, Essien represented Ghana at the 2006 and 2014 FIFA World Cups and earned 59 caps for the Black Stars.
At club level, his journey included spells at Bastia, Lyon, Chelsea, Real Madrid, AC Milan, Panathinaikos, Persib Bandung in Indonesia, and Sabail in Azerbaijan.
In 2024, Essien declined an opportunity to join Ghana’s national team as assistant coach under Otto Addo, opting instead to focus on his role at FC Nordsjælland.
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