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Jordan Ayew reveals 'chief coach' behind improved Premier League form

Crystal Palace striker Jordan Ayew has revealed the influence of his legendary footballing father and 1993 Uefa Champions League winner Abedi Pele has helped him take his game to the next level this season.

Arguably in the form of his life, Jordan has notched nine Premier League goal for the Eagles do far this term, standing as the club's top scorer.

He is only three strikes shy of equalling his all-time best season haul of 12 goals, a feat he reached while playing for French side Lorient in 2014-15.

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“My dad has given us so much, in everything, and not only to me, to the whole family," Ayew told Sky Sports.