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French side AS Monaco agree deal with Southampton for Ghana’s Mohammed Salisu

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French side AS Monaco agree deal with Southampton for Ghana’s Mohammed Salisu


Monaco and Southampton have reached an agreement for the transfer of defender Mohammed Salisu.

Personal terms have been sorted, and a medical examination is scheduled for early next week.

Notably, Salisu was not part of Southampton’s squad for their pre-season friendlies against AZ Alkmaar on Saturday and Bournemouth on Tuesday.

Initially, Fulham was close to securing a £15 million deal for Salisu, but their focus shifted to pursuing Calvin Bassey instead, allowing Monaco to secure the signing.

Salisu, 24, last played for Southampton in March. Towards the end of the season, he was excluded from the team due to concerns regarding his commitment and application in recovering from an injury.

With his Southampton contract expiring next summer and talks about extending his deal proving fruitless, it became apparent that Salisu was unlikely to stay with the club after their relegation to the Championship.

In the previous Premier League season, the Ghanaian international featured in 22 matches.

Aduana Stars midfielder Kwame Adom Frimpong joining Ethiopian side Saint George FC

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Aduana Stars midfielder, Kwame Adom Frimpong is set to make a move to Ethiopian Giants Saint George FC.

The former Asante Kotoko player has reached an agreement to join Saint George on a two-year contract.

Adom Frimpong is all set to finalize his transfer once he completes his medical examination, which is scheduled to take place on Monday in Addis Ababa.

Having had an impressive campaign with Aduana Stars, where he played a crucial role in helping the team finish second in the Ghana Premier League, the 26-year-old is now ready for his new adventure with Saint George FC.

With previous experience at Dalkurd in Sweden, Adom Frimpong’s arrival is expected to bring valuable expertise to the Ethiopian club as they aim to contend for titles in the upcoming season.

Oaks FC appoint former Ghana star Mercy Tagoe as new head coach

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Hearts of Oak’s Board of Directors made a significant announcement appointing Mercy Tagoe-Quarcoo as the Head Coach of Oaks FC, the newly formed Women’s team of the club.

Mercy Tagoe-Quaicoe returns to active coaching after her previous role with Berry Ladies FC in the first half of the 2022/2023 Women’s Premier League.

Oaks FC, the women’s team of earts of Oak, was established following the acquisition of Nimobi Ladies FC, which was subsequently renamed.

For the upcoming season, Oaks FC will compete in the Greater Accra Football Association Women’s Division One League with the ambition of earning promotion to the elite division.

The statement released by Hearts of Oak FC emphasizes that these technical changes have been made to ensure a strong technical direction for the club and enhance coordination among the various teams.

Additionally, the club has appointed Rene Hiddink, a Swedish trainer, as the Technical Director, Jerry Adjei Asare as the new Goalkeepers Trainer, and Sebastian Barnes as the Club Scout.

Carlos Klu will take on the role of Welfare as Hearts of Oak prepares to finalize another batch of technical team members for the forthcoming season. These changes signify the club’s commitment to bolstering the women’s team and fostering excellence in their performance.

Official: Hearts confirm René Hiddink as Technical Director, Barnes as Head of Scouting

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Hearts Of Oak announced the names of their first batch of technical team members via a release on Saturday.


Dutch Technical brain, Rene Hiddink, has been handed the Technical Director role, with Jerry Adjei Asare as goalkeeper trainer. Haddink, 68, will be taking over from former assistant coach, David Ocloo, who acted as interim manager for the club after Coach Slavko Matic departed

Former player of the side Sebastian Barnes has been appointed as the head of the Scouts for the Ghanaian side. He began his career at Hearts of Oak from 1991 to 1995, before playing for top-level German teams Bayer 04 Leverkusen (1995) and FSV Mainz 05.

Below is the release:

Former Bechem United striker Hafiz Konkoni joins Tanzanian side Young Africans SC

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Hafiz Wontah Konkoni, the former striker of Bechem United, has completed his move to the renowned Tanzanian club, Young Africans SC.

Konkoni signed a two-year contract with Young Africans SC, where he will be taking over the striker position following the departure of Fiston Kalala Mayele.

Having been chosen to fill the void left by Fiston Mayele, who moved to Egypt’s Pyramids FC, Hafiz Konkoni has now joined his new teammates at the Avic Town camp to begin preparations for the Community Shield matches and other upcoming tournaments.

Before his time with Bechem United, Hafiz played professional football for Alsancak Ye ilova and Baf Ülkü Yurdu Clubs in Northern Cyprus. He has also earned the honor of a call-up to the Black Stars, representing the Ghana national team.

During the 2022/2023 season, Hafiz Konkoni showcased his talent by playing 24 matches for Bechem United FC and impressively scoring a total of 15 goals.

Young Africans SC has been highly active in the transfer market, and Hafiz Konkoni becomes their eighth new signing for the 2023/2024 season.

Official: Asante Kotoko confirm sale of Mudasiru Salifu to Al-Bukiryah FC

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Official: Asante Kotoko confirm sale of Mudasiru Salifu to Al-Bukiryah FC

Central midfielder Mudasiru Salifu has left the club and has completed a permanent move to Al-Bukiryah FC of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia after an incredible four seasons with Kotoko.

The midfielder arrived at the club in 2019 and soon established himself as one of the best in the league, earning him a call-up to the Black Galaxies. His first goal came in our remarkable 3-1 away win over Dreams FC in the opening fixture of the 2021-2022 season.

Mudasiru’s contributions to the club ever since his arrival have been immeasurable both on and off the pitch, playing a vital role in our title-winning season. His high levels of enthusiasm and professionalism saw him been named vice captain for the season.

He also enjoyed two successful loan spells at Moldovan club FC Sheriff Tiraspol, helping them secure a group stage berth in the UEFA Europa League, where he faced off with five-time Ballon d’Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo. The midfielder, following the expiration of his loan deal, joined Saudi Arabian club Al-Batin in the Saudi Pro-League.

Muda’s terrific performances did not lack suitors who chased him for his service. However, after prolonged negotiations, Asante Kotoko SC reached an agreement for his permanent move to the Middle East.

Everyone at the club would like to express our utmost gratitude to Mudasiru for his contributions over the course of four years with the club.

Source: Kotoko Communications

JUST IN: 2023 GHALCA Top 4 tournament called off

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The much-anticipated Ghana League Clubs Association (GHALCA) Top 4 competition for this year has been called off due to unforeseen circumstances, according to an announcement made by the club’s welfare governing body.

Originally scheduled to commence on August 6, the tournament has been canceled by the organizers as they were unable to secure enough sponsorship to proceed with the event, despite having previously announced SuperSport as the main broadcast partner.

The GHALCA Top 4 tournament, a popular pre-season event, traditionally features the top four clubs from the previous campaign.

This year, it was set to include Ghanaian champions Medeama, Aduana Stars, Bechem United, and Bibiani GoldStars.

This cancellation comes as a disappointment for fans and clubs, as the GHALCA Top 4 competition is highly anticipated and serves as a precursor to the new football season in Ghana.

The hope is that in the future, the GHALCA Top 4 competition will find the necessary support and sponsorship to resume, continuing its tradition of showcasing exciting matches and promoting the talents of Ghanaian football clubs.

Asante Kotoko midfielder Mudasiru Salifu set to join Turkish club in a deal worth $400,000

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Asante Kotoko midfielder Mudasiru Salifu set to join Turkish club in a deal worth $400,000

Asante Kotoko midfielder Mudasiru Salifu is on the verge of joining a Turkish team, although the specific club involved has not been disclosed yet.

According to Oyerepa Sports, the transfer of the talented midfielder, who previously played for Al-Batin FC and FC Sheriff, is expected to be finalized and officially announced soon after successful negotiations.

The deal is believed to be worth $400,000, and Salifu is said to be close to completing the move.

In his previous stints, Salifu featured for Moldovan side Sheriff Tiraspol on loan, where he made 21 appearances across various competitions, including the Moldovan League, UEFA Champions League qualifications, UEFA Europa League playoffs, and Europa League group stages.

Later, Salifu played 15 matches for Al-Batin on loan from Kotoko. Unfortunately, Al-Batin, managed by former Asante Kotoko coach Zdravko Logarusic, faced relegation and finished at the bottom of the league.

Hearts of Oak to offer exciting youngster Amankwah Baafi long-term contract

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Ghanaian giants Hearts of Oak are set to reward Yaw Baafi Amankwah with a long-term contract extension due to his impressive performances at the club.

The 19-year-old speedster joined the Phobians in 2021 from lower-tier club Madina Republicans on a three-year contract. His exceptional skills and talent caught the attention of the technical staff during training, leading to the initial contract offer.

Having witnessed Baafi’s exceptional growth and impact on the team, the former Ghana Premier League champions are delighted with his progress and are now ready to secure his services for an extended period.

The highly-rated winger is expected to sign a new five-year deal with the Ghana Premier League giants in the coming days.

Throughout the immediate past season, Baafi established himself as a vital asset to the Phobian team, contributing significantly to the club’s performance, which saw them finish 12th on the league table last term.

Revealed: This is how much Al Ahly paid to Asante Kotoko to sign Richard Boadu

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Revealed: This is how much Al Ahly paid to Asante Kotoko to sign Richard Boadu

Asante Kotoko, the Ghana Premier League side, has officially announced the departure of their captain, Richard Boadu. The club has reached an agreement with Libyan club Al Ahly Benghazi for the transfer.

According to reliable reports from Sportsworldghana.com, the transfer fee for the midfielder is believed to be approximately $150,000.

The agreement between the two clubs was finalized during Nana Yaw Amponsah’s tenure as the Chief Executive Officer of Asante Kotoko.

Richard Boadu played a pivotal role in guiding Kotoko to victory in the 2021/22 Ghana Premier League, having joined the team in September 2021. He assumed the role of Kotoko’s captain for the 2022/23 season following the departure of Abdul Ganiu Ismail.

During the previous season, Boadu made 30 appearances in the Premier League, contributing two goals and providing five assists.

Before his time with Kotoko, Richard Boadu showcased his talents with Medeama SC, which earned him admiration from football fans due to his impressive performances with the reigning Ghanaian champions.

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