Jordan Pierre Ayew, born on September 11, 1991, in Marseille, France, is a prominent Ghanaian professional footballer known for his versatility as a winger or forward.
At 34 years old, he currently plays for EFL Championship club Leicester City and captains the Ghana national team.
Coming from one of Africa’s most celebrated footballing families, Ayew has carved out a resilient career marked by determination and consistent performances across top European leagues.
His dual Ghanaian and French nationality reflects his upbringing, but he has always represented Ghana internationally with pride.
Siblings
Jordan’s father, Abedi Pele, a three-time African Footballer of the Year and FIFA 100 inductee, and mother, Maha Ayew, instilled a passion for the game from an early age.
Jordan’s eldest brother, Ibrahim Ayew (also known as Rahim Ayew), is a professional footballer currently playing for Lincoln Red Imps in Gibraltar.
Born to Abedi Pele from a previous relationship, Ibrahim represented Ghana at the 2010 FIFA World Cup alongside his brothers, showcasing the family’s generational talent.
André Ayew, Jordan’s immediate older brother, is perhaps the most globally renowned sibling; a winger and forward who captains the Ghana national team when not clubless as of late 2025.
André has had a stellar career at clubs like Marseille, Swansea City, and Al Sadd, earning accolades such as BBC African Footballer of the Year in 2011.
The brothers have shared the pitch extensively, playing together 169 times for Ghana, Marseille, and Swansea, forging a bond that transcends competition.
Completing the core siblings is their younger sister, Imani Ayew, who maintains a lower profile but remains an integral part of the family’s supportive dynamic.
Additionally, Jordan has a younger brother named Andrew Ayew, though he is less involved in professional football.
Career
Ayew’s professional journey began in the youth ranks of Olympique de Marseille, where he joined as a trainee in 2006 and signed his first professional contract in 2009.
He made an immediate impact, scoring the equalizer on his senior debut against Lorient on December 16, 2009, in a 2-1 victory.
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His time at Marseille, spanning until 2014, saw him develop alongside his brother André, including a memorable UEFA Champions League start against Arsenal in 2011 and a goal in a 4-2 win over Nice where André notched a hat-trick.
Seeking more playing time, Ayew moved to Sochaux on loan in 2013 before joining Lorient in 2014, where he thrived as a key attacker in Ligue 1.
In 2015, he made a high-profile switch to Aston Villa for £8 million, becoming a mainstay in the Premier League despite the club’s relegation at the end of the 2015-16 season, during which he topped their scoring charts with seven goals.
The following year, Ayew transferred to Swansea City in a player-plus-cash deal involving Neil Taylor, valued up to £5 million, where he reunited briefly with André and scored on debut in a 2-1 comeback win over West Bromwich Albion.
His Swansea stint lasted until 2019, marked by steady contributions in the Premier League and Championship.
In 2019, Ayew signed with Crystal Palace for £2.2 million, becoming a fan favorite over five seasons with his tireless running and clutch moments, including goals in crucial matches.
In the summer of 2024, he joined Leicester City on a free transfer, continuing his English top-flight odyssey in the Championship.
Internationally, Ayew debuted for Ghana on September 5, 2010, scoring his first goals against Lesotho in World Cup qualifiers.
He featured prominently in the 2014 FIFA World Cup, netting a hat-trick in a pre-tournament friendly against South Korea, and helped Ghana reach the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations final, losing on penalties to Ivory Coast.
By January 2024, he earned his 100th cap during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, scoring two penalties.
In November 2024, Ayew was named Ghana captain by coach Otto Addo ahead of 2025 AFCON qualifiers.
Accolades
At Crystal Palace, Ayew was named Player of the Season and Players’ Player of the Season in the 2022-23 campaign, recognizing his standout contributions of six goals and three assists amid a tough relegation battle.
His international resume shines with participation in major tournaments, including the runner-up finish at the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations and a fourth-place group stage exit at the 2014 World Cup, where his pre-tournament hat-trick against South Korea highlighted his scoring prowess.
Ayew’s 100th cap in 2024, celebrated with two penalty goals at the Africa Cup of Nations, stands as a personal milestone, cementing his status as one of Ghana’s most capped players.
While team trophies have eluded him at the senior level, unlike his father’s multiple African triumphs, Ayew’s individual resilience, including ending the 2015-16 season as Aston Villa’s top scorer despite relegation, and his role in Swansea’s survival efforts, underscore his value.
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