Dr. Prosper Narteh Ogum has made the decision to step down as head coach of Asante Kotoko, according to sources close to the club. The formal announcement is expected soon.
Ogum's tenure at the helm of the Porcupine Warriors has been marked by a series of highs and lows. Under his guidance, Kotoko secured the 2021/22 Ghana Premier League title, ending a long wait for league success, which was a remarkable achievement. However, recent results have raised concerns, with the team struggling to maintain consistency in the ongoing season.
After a disappointing run of form, including back-to-back defeats to Accra Lions and Nations FC, Ogum's future at the club had been the subject of growing speculation. Despite the team's strong start to the season, Kotoko have been unable to replicate their early momentum, leading to their fall from the top of the league table to fourth position.
So far this season, Kotoko have recorded 13 wins, 8 draws, and 7 losses, scoring 28 goals and conceding 21—an average of 1.68 points per game.
In a recent interview, Ogum expressed his frustration with the team's performance but remained committed to turning things around. However, after careful consideration, it appears that the club's leadership has made the decision to part ways with the experienced coach.
The imminent departure of Dr. Ogum comes at a pivotal moment for the club, with just a handful of matches remaining in the season. Kotoko will now turn their focus to appointing a new head coach to lead the team through the final stretch of the campaign and beyond.
The club’s management is expected to announce the details of Ogum's departure and the search for a new head coach in the coming days.
