Finally, Michael Essien received his UEFA certificate.
Michael Essien, a former Ghanaian midfielder, has achieved another significant accomplishment in his post-playing career by earning a UEFA qualification in football management.
The former star midfielder for Chelsea and Real Madrid has been pursuing coaching certifications and has now expanded his resume with a football management license.
The rigorous curriculum, which comprised three in-person sessions and online modules, took Essien several months to finish. “Finally done with my UEFA certificate in football management journey,” he wrote on social media after completion, expressing his excitement at achieving this noteworthy milestone. Thank you all for your assistance. My knowledge of the great game continues to grow. ##UEFACFM.
As an individual talent coach for FC Nordsjaelland in the Danish Superliga, Essien is currently using his extensive expertise and tactical acumen to mentor new players.
Essien started his remarkable playing career with Bastia in France before relocating to Olympique Lyonnais, where Chelsea of England took notice of his exploits. He rose to become one of the Premier League’s highest paid players while at Chelsea, as he helped the team win several league titles and a Champions League trophy.
The Ghanaian international’s status as a highly regarded midfield player was cemented when he played for other elite teams, such as Real Madrid and AC Milan.
