Bofoakwa Tano FC have set a price tag of Ghc200,000 on their captain Saaka Dauda- who has attracted interest from some clubs since the end of the 2023/24 football season including giants Asante Kotoko.
Former Hearts of Oak striker, Kofi Kordzi, has announced his willingness to join any club in need of his services for the upcoming season.
Ghana Premier League side Bibiani Goldstars have announced the signing of goalkeeper Emmanuel Kobi from Bofoakwa Tano FC, as reported to you earlier by your trusted sports hub Kickgh.com
John Paintsil, Assistant Coach of the Black Stars, emphasizes that it's natural for Ghana Premier League players to seek more lucrative contracts abroad. Recently, players such as Emmanuel Keyekeh, Richmond Lamptey, and Steven Mukwala have signed with clubs in Rwanda and Tanzania, illustrating this trend.
Paintsil, a former defender for Berekum Arsenal, believes that teams should not overly depend on individual players for their strength. Addressing the frequent departures of players from the Ghana Premier League, he remarked in an interview on Asempa FM, “Running football is a business, so if the player is young and has the opportunity to go, why not?”
He stressed the importance of having a robust squad to maintain competitiveness and financial stability: “You need to have a big squad if you really want to do business. The player can be 16 years old and the team in Europe can buy for a long-term contract.”
Highlighting the financial realities of football, Paintsil added, “The man who, the chairman, the president himself, who is using his money needs to get a return. So I don't think there's a problem in that.”
He concluded by advising clubs on team-building strategy: “When you are building a team, you need to build the structure well, so that you have many players. Don’t build a team around one or two players.”
Black Stars assistant coach John Paintsil has urged Ghana Premier League clubs to avoid structuring their teams around a single player. He emphasized the importance of maintaining a strong core to withstand the departure of players who frequently move abroad.
In recent times, players like Emmanuel Keyekeh, Richmond Lamptey, and Steven Mukwala have signed with clubs in Rwanda and Tanzania, highlighting this trend. Paintsil remarked in an interview on Asempa FM, “Running football is a business, so if the player is young and has the opportunity to go, why not?”
He further advised clubs to expand their rosters to remain competitive and sustainable: “You need to have a big squad, if you really want to do business. The player can be 16 years and the team in Europe can buy for a long-term contract.”
Highlighting the financial aspects, Paintsil added, “The man who, the chairman, the president himself, who is using his money needs to get a return. So I don't think there's a problem in that.”
He concluded with a strategic recommendation: “When you are building a team, you need to build the structure well, so that you have many players. Don't build a team around one or two players.”
Asante Kotoko target Salifu Ibrahim has made clear that the decision to join a new team does not solely rely on him despite being linked with a move to the Porcupine Warriors.
