In the aftermath of Ghana's disappointing performance at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Laryea Kingston, a former player for the national team, has expressed his eagerness to step into the role of the next Black Stars' head coach.
With coach Chris Hughton and his staff dismissed after Ghana's group-stage exit, Kingston, who currently serves as the assistant coach for Ghana's U17 team, sees an opportunity to contribute to the team's revival.
During Hughton's tenure, Ghana failed to secure a victory at the tournament, facing a defeat to Cape Verde and settling for draws against Egypt and Mozambique.
Kingston, with over 40 appearances for the Black Stars, emphasized the importance of considering a competent local coach or an experienced expatriate coach for the vacant position.
“Find a local coach or someone that we know is for us who is competent, then if you are bringing an expatriate coach, look for one who has the experience to support him [local coach].“
"I will accept and do it with ease. I know the level at which I am now," affirmed the 43-year-old, who holds a UEFA B coaching license acquired in February 2022.
Kingston has been actively involved in youth development, previously working at the Right to Dream Academy before taking up his current role with Ghana's U17s.
