Former Asante Kotoko coach Abdul Karim Zito has opened up on the real reason behind his resignation from the club.
The 65-year-old stepped down from his role at Asante Kotoko weeks ago following their eviction from the FA Cup following a penalty shootouts loss.
The experienced coach, who has since joined the technical team of FC AshantiGold O4, explained that the demands of the Kotoko job and the pressure that it comes with it gave a serious health problem that he didn’t even notice.
Zito, explained that after leaving Kotoko, a medical check-up revealed he was unfit without even realizing it, as the intense pressure of the job had consumed him completely.
“Seeing my doctor shortly after leaving Kotoko, he told me I was fortunate for the timely check-up; he noticed I was medically unfit, though I hadn't realised while working,” Zito recounted.
“I was living, eating, and talking alone; consumed by the Kotoko job. I handled the pressure all by myself. I only managed to see my family on five occasions,” he added.
He is now the Technical Director of Division One side FC Ashantigold 04 and is expected to bring on board his expertise and vast experience to help the club secure promotion into the Premier League.
