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.
Ignatius Baffour-Awuah, owner of Nsoatreman FC has backed and promised to support new head coach Yaw Preko.
Highly-rated defender Emmanuel Boahen is expected to be unveiled as an Asante Kotoko player within the next few days after he officially signs his contract in the ongoing transfer window.
Asante Kotoko has pulled off a significant coup in the transfer market, securing the services of Nations FC captain, Emmanuel Boahen, on a three-year contract.
Asante Kotoko SC returned to team training two weeks ago at the Adako Jachie training grounds to prepare for the upcoming Democracy Cup, but the strong defender Yussif Mohammed is the only known player who is yet to report to training.
Former Asante Kotoko defender, Imoro Ibrahim has completed a move to Tanzanian Premier League side Singida Black Stars FC on a three year deal.
Hearts of Oak goalkeeper Eric Ofori Antwi has expressed his concerns about his lack of football activities in recent times due to an injury setback.
Asante Kotoko has welcomed midfielder Emmanuel Antwi, who has finally achieved a lifelong dream of playing for the Kumasi-based club.
Asante Kotoko have just announced the signing of enterprising midfielder Emmanuel Antwi and he has expressed a great joy after completing the move having described it as a 'childhood dream'
Ghanaian giants Asante Kotoko has announced the signing of Emmanuel Antwi on a free transfer.
Ghana Premier League side Dreams Football Club has announced the signing of Alhassan Napari Ziblim.
The club confirmed the acquisition of the youngster through a statement on Tuesday, July 9.
In the statement, Dreams FC said, "Dreams FC is thrilled to confirm the signing of Alhassan Napari Ziblim. The defensive midfielder joins the Believers from African Kings Football Club."
The statement also mentioned that "the youngster has put pen to paper on a four-year contract with the club and will join his new teammates for pre-season."
The signing of Alhassan Napari Ziblim is part of Dreams FC's strategy to strengthen the squad ahead of the 2024/25 Ghanaian football season.
