Ghana midfielder Forson Amankwah has fulfilled a long-held ambition by playing professional football in England.
The 22-year-old made the switch last summer from Austrian club Red Bull Salzburg to Championship side Norwich City, a move he had dreamt of for years.
Speaking to Flashscore, Amankwah reflected on his arrival in England and the challenges of the league.
“It was a great feeling to play in England. A lot of football players want to play in England. It was a great feeling,” he said.
Describing the league, he added, “I would say the league is tough. Really physical and more intense. In Austria, it was also intense, but the physicality is different. It’s my first year, so I will get used to it,” the midfielder added.
One of Amankwah’s standout moments came in February against Coventry City, when he scored a crucial late goal after coming off the bench, sparking celebrations at Carrow Road. The strike was later nominated for Norwich’s Goal of the Season.
“My best moment was when I came in to score the goals against Coventry. It was a great feeling because I had been injured and not playing games, so just to come in and win the game for the club was the best moment being here.
“I wasn’t surprised because I think the fans really loved that moment… It had been a long time since they had experienced such an atmosphere at the Carrow Road, and I was very proud.”
Having featured in 21 matches during his debut campaign, Amankwah is eager to play an even bigger role for Norwich City in the upcoming season.
