Ghana defender John Paintsil has lavished a surprise six-bedroom mansion gift on his father.

Paintsil recently showed his father the house in his hometown in the Western Region of Ghana.

The right-back, who is out of contract with English side Fulham, unveiled the gift to the former police officer in his recent visit to his home country.

The dad burst into tears when the Black Stars player gave the keys to the house to his father, sources have told this website.

When asked by Ghanasoccernet.com to comment on his gesture, Paintsil refused to comment insisting he will not comment on his family issues.

Paintsil is known to be generous to his friends, family and children.

He has set up a foundation to cater for the less privileged children in Africa.