Accra Hearts of Oak head coach, Aboubakar Ouattara, has dismissed allegations that top management members, Vincent Sowah Odotei and Alhaji Akanbi, are involved in the club's player recruitment process.
Ghana Premier League side, Nsoatreman FC, has announced the signing of talented youngster Benjamin Tsivanyo, the captain of the Ghana U17 team, from Great Corinthians FC.
Dreams FC forward, Agyenim Boateng Mensah is on the verge of joining Rwandan side Mukura Victory Sports FC ahead of the upcoming season.
Ghana Premier League champions FC Samartex 1996 have announced the signing of Hearts of Oak defender Kofi Agbesimah on a free transfer ahead of the 2024/25 football season.
Bibiani GoldStars defender William Dankyi has expressed his satisfaction with staying at the club, despite interest from other teams. Dankyi, who signed a two-year contract with GoldStars before the 2023/24 season after joining from relegated King Faisal, has one year remaining on his current deal.
In an interview with LinusNartey TV on YouTube, Dankyi, a former Hearts of Oak player, confirmed that while several clubs have shown interest, he is committed to GoldStars. "Yes, there were clubs that showed interest, but I’m very happy at GoldStars. I want to keep my focus and concentration on them. We have a contract running, and for now, all my focus is on GoldStars," he stated.
During his time with Hearts of Oak, Dankyi won the 2021/22 Ghana Premier League title and two FA Cup trophies. He later joined King Faisal on a short-term contract, where he played a crucial role in their run to the MTN FA Cup final.
Hearts of Oak coach Aboubakar Ouattara has attributed the club's disappointing performance last season to internal issues. Despite a promising start, the Phobians struggled throughout the season, finishing 14th with 45 points, narrowly escaping relegation with a crucial win against Bechem United on the final day.
Ouattara revealed that the team's problems began after a match against Bofoakwa Tano at WAFA Park. "Last season, our issues started after the game against Bofoakwa Tano," he said. "The problems were internal, involving the playing squad, not the board or management."
The Ivorian coach noted that tensions among players and between the technical team and the squad escalated following a difficult match against Samartex, which also led to the resignation of the club’s goalkeeper coach. "We’re working to resolve it," Ouattara explained. "There were personal conflicts between the technical team and the players, as well as among the players themselves. The resignation of the goalkeeper coach exacerbated the situation."
Reflecting on these challenges, Ouattara emphasized that overcoming difficulties is a vital part of growth. "Experience isn’t just about the good times; it also comes from dealing with the bad. I’m focused on finding solutions and moving forward."
As Hearts of Oak work on improving their squad, they aim to enhance their performance for the upcoming 2024/25 Ghana Premier League season.
