Dutch-born Ghanaian forward Ernest Poku scored as AZ Alkmaar and Le Havre played out a 1-1 draw in a preseason friendly on Wednesday.
In a significant move, Medeama Sporting Club have confirmed the signing of goalkeeper Ali Moro on a three-year contract in the ongoing transfer window.
Kingsley Braye will begin a new chapter in Ghana Premier League next season as the former Susubiribi striker signs a four-year contract with Medeama Sporting Club, managed by Bosnian tactician Nebojsa Kapor.
Medeama Sporting Club have completed the signing of striker Kingsley Braye from Susubiribi in a deal believed to be worth a hefty chunk of cedis.
Heart of Lions are in talks with former Hearts of Oak forward Kwadwo Obeng Jnr. The club is eager to strengthen its attacking options and sees Obeng Jnr. as a valuable addition.
Discussions are currently focused on personal terms and contract details. Both parties are hopeful that an agreement will be reached soon, allowing Obeng Jnr. to join the team.
Kwadwo Obeng Jnr. has a proven track record from his time with Hearts of Oak, making him an attractive target for Heart of Lions. His experience and skills are expected to boost the team’s performance in the upcoming season.
The addition of Obeng Jnr. would bring a new level of energy and talent to the Heart of Lions' squad.
The Volta Region club remain optimistic that Kwadwo Obeng Jnr. will soon be wearing the Heart of Lions jersey, ready to make a significant impact on the field.
Former Ghanaian midfielder Derek Boateng has criticized the Ghana Football Association (GFA) for failing to secure key European-born talents, pointing to Spain’s intervention as a reason for losing out on players like Nico Williams.
In an interview with Accra-based Kingdom FM, Boateng expressed frustration over Ghana’s inability to attract promising players such as Kobbie Mainoo, Jeremy Doku, Jeremie Frimpong, and Nico Williams. He believes the GFA should have acted sooner to engage these talents.
“How can we lose players like Kobbie Mainoo, Jeremy Doku, Jeremie Frimpong, and Nico Williams?” Boateng asked, as reported by Ghanaweb. “Inaki Williams is playing for us, but why couldn’t we get Nico? Because he is good and talented, Spain blocked his chances of playing for Ghana.”
Boateng emphasized the importance of being proactive in engaging with Europe-based players early on. He warned that waiting until they are established players could be too late, as their parents might not be open to switching allegiance if Ghana was not involved from the start.
The 41-year-old, who had a distinguished international career with Ghana from 2001 to 2013, including a notable role in the Black Satellites' runner-up finish at the 2001 U-20 FIFA World Cup, called for a more strategic approach in nurturing young talents. Nico Williams, who has impressed with his performances for Spain and played a significant role in La Roja's triumph in the 2024 European Championships, exemplifies the missed opportunities for Ghana to benefit from such emerging stars.
