Thomas Partey reminded fans and teammates alike that his talents extend beyond the football pitch, after delivering a series of hilarious remarks that left Black Stars debutant Derrick Kohn and others in laughter during training.

The 32-year-old Villarreal midfielder joined Ghana’s camp following the postponement of his court case in the UK, linking up with Otto Addo’s 24-man squad ahead of the crucial World Cup qualifying doubleheader.

A Warm Welcome for Derrick Kohn

Union Berlin defender Derrick Kohn, making his maiden appearance in the Black Stars setup, was eager to document his first training session. Proudly holding the camera, he told fans, “My first training for Ghana. I am very proud.”

When he approached Partey and Inaki Williams for feedback, the atmosphere quickly turned light-hearted. Partey jokingly quizzed him, “Is this your site?”—a playful dig that sent Kohn bursting into laughter.

The teasing didn’t stop there. With a cheeky grin, Kohn responded, “I need money too,” prompting Partey and Inaki to jokingly suggest he might be running an adult content platform, sparking even more amusement.

The Punchline Everyone Loved

Kohn then revealed that he had started a podcast and asked Partey for a shoutout. Without missing a beat, Partey delivered a witty line that quickly went viral:
“Follow Derrick, he will show you the way to Heaven.”

The exchange, captured on video, spread rapidly across social media, with fans on X (formerly Twitter) praising Partey’s humour and his role in lifting the mood in camp.

As Ghana prepares to face Chad in N’Djamena, Partey’s leadership—both on and off the pitch—continues to shine, proving he’s just as valuable in keeping spirits high as he is in midfield battles.