Hearts of Oak Spokesperson, Kwame Opare Addo believes Benjamin Asare is very grateful for the recognition he's had since joining them reason he didn't think twice in extending his stay with them.
The 32-year-old joined the Phobians after a great spell with Great Olympics and has made an instant impact since joining the giants and his heroics during preseason earned him the club's captain armband.
His consistent outstanding performances has been recognized after being invited to the Black Stars and had the opportunity to debut against Chad including another full time action against Madagascar in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
He's kept 13 clean sheets in 20 league matches so far and had started attracting interests from North African clubs like Algeria's CR Belouizdad and Moroccan giants Raja Athletic Club.
Amid these interests, Hearts of Oak have acted swiftly to extend the contract of the stalwart shot-stopper who has now been tied down for two more campaigns after the ongoing one.
Speaking on Opemsuo Radio in Kumasi, Opare Addo spoke highly of their first-choice goalie following his outstanding performance since his arrival and added he will serve as a source of motivation to most of the home-based players.
"Well Asare accepted our extension proposal right on the day we spoke to him because he believes our platform has really helped him. Also, he will continue to set good examples to other local players that you don't have to be in Europe before you can play for the Black Stars."
"So Asare appreciated our new improved offer to him so he decided to extend."
He will definitely make the starting berth again this weekend against Vision FC in round 27 of the Ghana Premier League on Sunday, April 13.
