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Sunderland's Gyan happy to have high expectations at new club Al-Ain

Asamoah Gyan knows the will have plenty of expectations at new club Al-Ain after making the loan move from Sunderland.

The Ghana international was officially unveiled by the United Arab Emirates outfit today and says he is looking forward to the challenge but insisted that he was not about to make any promises regarding a permanent move.

"I'm really happy to be here. Al-Ain is an important club and this is a big challenge for me. There will be a lot of expectations on me, but not pressure," said Gyan, who cost the club £5million just as a loan fee.

"Everybody who has seen me in the World Cup and at Sunderland knows what I am capable of, but this is a new challenge for me as I'm a new player here.

"We have quality players in the club to win games and do well in the championships. We will try to build a winning team.

"It's a challenge to me. I made a decision with my family. Talking about the Asian league it is improving very well."

As for leaving Sunderland permanently, Gyan was unsure: "I don't promise. I'm somebody who doesn't promise."

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