Asante Kotoko coach Prosper Narteh has commended midfielder Richmond Lamptey for securing a spot in the final 27-man Black Stars squad for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Lamptey, one of the three local players in the selected squad, was praised by Narteh for his game understanding, decision-making ability, and contributions to Asante Kotoko in the Ghana Premier League. Narteh sees Lamptey as a unique talent with the potential to reach greater heights in his career.
“Lamptey makes the league exciting with his deft touches, these are what he’s done over the seasons he’s played on the local scene and that has caught the attention of the numerous supporters who watch the local league”
“I think with the right support, Lamptey can rise to the highest level in football, and I am saying this because of his high sense of discipline.
Expressing admiration for Lamptey's humility and receptiveness to correction, Narteh believes that, with the right support, Lamptey can ascend to the highest levels in football. Lamptey's inclusion in the Black Stars squad reflects his consistent and impressive performances in the local league.
“I think with the right support, Lamptey can rise to the highest level in football, and I am saying this because of his high sense of discipline.
Ghana, currently in camp in Kumasi, is set to play a friendly against Namibia on January 8, 2024, before departing for Abidjan. The Black Stars are drawn in Group B for AFCON 2023, alongside Egypt, Cape Verde, and Mozambique.
