Gyan scored a total of 40 goals for both his club and the national team, surpassing other renowned finishers. The goal-scoring hierarchy for 2013 was led by Cristiano Ronaldo (69 goals), followed by Zlatan Ibrahimovic (47), Lionel Messi (45), Luis Suarez (42), and Edinson Cavani (41). Asamoah Gyan’s prolific performance placed him ahead of other notable names like Robert Lewandowski (39), Alvaro Negredo (38), Jonathan Soriano (37), Diego Costa (36), Carlos Saucedo (35), and Yilmaz Burak.
Having enjoyed successful seasons with Al Ain in the United Arab Emirates, where he became the first player to score 70 goals in just two and a half seasons, Gyan’s achievements garnered attention from clubs like West Ham. His remarkable goal-scoring prowess showcased his consistency and effectiveness on the field.
