Ghana skipper Andre Ayew has been appointed the deputy skipper of Swanseas City, the club’s manager Steve Cooper has confirmed.

Cooper praised Ghanaian’s positive influence on the dressing room acknowledging his ‘senior’ status in the team.

English midfielder Matt Grimes was confirmed as the skipper for the Swans in the summer, and head coach Cooper has now revealed Ayew is his deputy.

“Andre is a senior figure and a very positive influence around the group,” said Cooper.

“We are very lucky, we have players like Wayne Routledge, Nathan Dyer, and Kyle Naughton too.

“We know there is a bit of a status to being captain or vice-captain, but we do have senior figures in the squad.

“Andre has got the attributes to lead, and he does it well through good and bad moments and long may that continue.

“It’s good for Matt as well to have players like Andre, Wayne, and Nathan around him.

“Matt has thrived in the role, there is no doubt about it. But I know he is open-minded enough to seek advice and I know those boys will give it to him in a constructive and helpful manner.

“Andre is a good role model and leader, I think there is a good culture here everyone helps each other but pushes each other. That’s a good thing.”

The Black Stars captain has been in great form this season, scoring five goals in all competitions.