Following Michael Essien's statement that he has obtained a UEFA A coaching License, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) has responded.

The legendary member of the Black Stars wrote in a message on social media on February 14 that he is thrilled to have obtained the licence.

He stated that he would keep putting in a lot of effort to develop as a coach.

"As a coach, I am developing and learning on the job.UEFA A and UEFA Elite Youth A licences completed with joy.We appreciate the assistance from the family, @fawales, my tutors, my mentor, and RTD/FCN.And a big thanks to Tom Vernon and Flemming Pedersen," Michael Essien wrote in a tweet.

Commenting on the post by Michael Essien, the Ghana FA said, “Congratulations Essien.”