Dutch international of Ghanaian descent, Memphis Depay, made a surprise visit to Asante Kotoko's training grounds on Thursday morning, providing a morale boost for the team as they gear up for their match against Bibiani GoldStars.

Depay, currently playing for Brazilian giants Corinthians, is in Ghana for the Christmas holidays and plans to engage in various activities, including charity work.

At the Adako Jachie training grounds, the former Manchester United and Barcelona star was seen warmly interacting with Kotoko players in a video shared on the club's social media platforms.

As the Porcupine Warriors prepare for their much-anticipated fixture against GoldStars, Depay offered words of encouragement, urging the players to secure victory and claim the crucial three points.

The clash, scheduled for Friday at the Baba Yara Stadium, promises to be an intense encounter, with both teams aiming to strengthen their title hopes.

Asante Kotoko currently occupies 5th place in the Ghana Premier League standings with 24 points from 14 matches, while GoldStars hold the 2nd position with 27 points.

Depay's visit has added an extra layer of excitement to the build-up, and fans are eager to see if Kotoko can rise to the occasion against a formidable opponent.