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Atletico Madrid forward Memphis Depay visited the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, during his holiday in Ghana.
Memphis Depay met Otumfuo Osei Tutu II at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi and shared his experience on his official Instagram page on July 13, 2023.
The photos showcased Memphis, a Dutch international who has previously played for Barcelona and Manchester United, adorned in traditional regalia.
Displaying cultural appreciation, he wore a vibrant kente cloth and respectfully draped it off his shoulder as a gesture of honour towards the revered king.
Expressing gratitude to the Asantehene for his valuable advice and motivation, Depay captioned the post, saying, “Thank you for your words of wisdom and motivation! #ashanti #King #ashantikingdom.”
Followers of the Atletico Madrid striker flooded the comment section with praise for both Depay and the Asantehene.
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