KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 (Bernama) -- Kuching City FC striker Jordan Mintah has declined to comment on speculation regarding the possibility of being naturalised to represent Malaysia at international level.
When asked about media reports suggesting that plans are underway to make him a naturalised player for Harimau Malaya, the Ghanaian-born player remained tight-lipped.
“At the moment, I can’t really say anything about that. I’m not in a position to speak officially right now,” he told Bernama when met at the 2024/2025 Super League Player of the Month award ceremony at the Professional Footballers Association of Malaysia (PFAM) office here today.
However, the 29-year-old player who has played in the Malaysian League (M-League) for the past five years, was clear in his desire to don Malaysian colours if the opportunity arises.
He also admitted that he follows Malaysia’s national team matches closely.
“I would give 100 per cent of course. Malaysia feels like home to me. I feel really good here and I want to give everything back to this country because it has helped me a lot. I want to repay that,” he said.
Last March, media reports suggested that the former Terengganu FC player could become the latest footballer to be naturalised, having played consistently in the M-League for the past five years.
He began his M-League journey with Terengganu FC II during the 2020 season.
Meanwhile, Mintah who was named the 2024/2025 Super League Player of the Month for February, said he was delighted to receive the award for the first time.
“It’s my first time and I'm so happy. I'm so glad for everything and I thank my teammates also and my coach Aidil (Aidil Sharin Sahak) for always pushing me every game and for the love of my teammates also. This award goes to all of them,” he said.
He is now planning to return to Ghana for a break with his family while continuing training as part of early preparations for the upcoming season and to maintain his fitness level.
Meanwhile, Sri Pahang FC striker T. Saravanan was voted as the Player Of The Month in the 2024/2025 Super League for the month of March-April.
“This is the second time receiving the award, my first was two years ago, and I am very happy. This will certainly serve as an inspiration and motivation for me in the future,” said the 24-year-old player.
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