FC Samartex are set to bolster their defensive ranks ahead of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season after reaching a verbal agreement with highly-rated Golden Kick center-back Roland Grippman.
Sources close to both clubs confirm that only final paperwork remains to be completed, with a formal three-year contract expected to be signed in the coming days. The deal will see the promising defender swap the lower-tier Golden Kick SC for a top-flight opportunity with last season’s FA Cup finalists.
Grippman has been one of the standout performers in Division One over the past two seasons, catching the eye with his composure on the ball, aerial ability, and leadership at the back. His performances have not only drawn interest from other Premier League sides but have now earned him a well-deserved move to one of the most ambitious clubs in the Ghanaian top flight.
FC Samartex, who finished the 2024/25 season in the top half of the table, are actively reshaping their squad under the guidance of their technical team as they aim to build on last season’s progress. The acquisition of Roland Grippman is viewed as a long-term investment in strengthening the club’s defensive stability.
Grippman’s move also marks a major milestone for Golden Kick SC, who have continued to develop and produce quality talent for the domestic league. The 22-year-old defender’s rise through the ranks is a testament to the club’s commitment to nurturing young players.
The final documents for the transfer are expected to be exchanged shortly, after which the official announcement will be made. Once completed, Grippman will become Samartex’s latest signing as they prepare for preseason and the 2025/26 campaign.
