Ghana Football
Kotoko’s readiness to Conquer Africa in doubt – Board Member
A member of the Asante Kotoko board has hinted at the team’s preparation ahead of the CAF Champion League to represent Ghana.
In an interview with Kumasi-based Akoma FM, Mr Yaw Adu noted that the Board of Directors are not oblivious of Otumfour’s wish for the club to win an African trophy in his reign as the sole shareholder and Life Patron of the club.
“The King has requested we win Africa so we are preparing extremely well to tackle this campaign,” he intimated.
However, Yaw Adu believes that winning a trophy in Africa requires a lot of hard work but was quick to note that the team will work assiduously to entertain football fans.
“I cannot emphatically say we are winning the competition because doing that doesn’t come easily.
“We are rather going to work and play very well to reach a respectable position. Anyone who promises to win it lacks technical in-depth,” he added
Asante Kotoko won the 2021/22 Ghana Premier League with 67 points and are poised to make an impact in Africa.
Meanwhile, the playing body of the team is on a break and will soon pitch camp to begin preparations for the African showpiece.
Ghana Football
Asante Kotoko terminates Fatawu Safiu’s contract due to medical failure
A club statement by Asante Kotoko on Monday evening indicates that Abdul Fatawu Safiu’s contract has been terminated due to medical reasons.
According to the Kumasi-based royal club, the former Al-Sinaa SC striker failed a mandatory medical assessment test as required by the Ghana Football Association, following the announcement of his signing on the registration deadline day.
The returnee striker who joined Kotoko from Eleven Wonders in November 2018, ahead of the 2018–19 CAF Confederation Cup campaign has been duly informed about the health-related issues which could rule him out for a long period.
Below is a full statement by Asante Kotoko
Asante Kotoko can confirm that it has relieved forward, Abdul Fatawu Safiu due to medical reasons.
Asante Kotoko entered into an employment contract with the player in order to meet registration deadlines as announced by the Ghana Football Association, and had to ensure that the player undergoes the pre-competition medical assessment which is the basic and compulsory requirement by the GFA.
This medical assessment was duly done awaiting further tests. The further assessment by the club’s medical team revealed other health related issues which could rule him out for a long period. The club, after being informed about the situation, concluded that continuing an employment contract with the player would not be of full benefit to both parties – the club and the player. Details of the specific medical condition have been clearly communicated to the player.
It is imperative to note that the GFA has rejected his registration, so keeping him would not be in the best interest of the club and the player, hence the decision to end the relationship.
The club wishes Abdul Fatawu Safiu the very best for the future and wish to assure him that he forever remains one of us, and he is welcome to serve in any capacity in the future.
Signed….
Management.
Ghana Football
Abdul Fatawu returns to Asante Kotoko on a two-year contract
Abdul Fatawu Safiu has signed a deal with Kotoko until January 2026.
The NC’s special competition’s best player and top scorer in 2019 returns after spells with Trelleborgs FF and FC Trollhättan in Sweden.
Safiu made his debut for the Kumasi-based royal club in the 2018-2019 season, scoring thirteen goals in sixteen games, including some amazing strikes in the CAF Confederation Cup.
The return of the forward is part of Coach Prosper Narteh’s goal of returning to the CAF Champions League.
The forward stated on the club’s website:
“I am very excited about this opportunity,” he stated.
“Everyone knows Kotoko is my favourite club, and as a kid, it was my dream to play for Kotoko and achieve that.”
Ghana Football
Asante Kotoko announce signing of Emmanuel Kotei on a three-year deal
Asante Kotoko have announced the acquisition of right-back Emmanuel Kotei on a three-year contract from Nsoatreman FC.
The 26-year-old brings Premier League experience from his time with Tamale City.
The offensive full-back demonstrated his skill and promise while playing for Nsoatreman and Tamale City, appearing in 47 games for both teams since the start of the 2022/23 season.
Kotei, who has been on the club’s scouting team’s radar, is our first addition of the second transfer window.
During his unveiling, the Kumasi native couldn’t contain his joy.
“Kotoko is every player’s dream, and mine has finally come true.” “Having the opportunity to wear our colours means everything to me as a local boy.” He informed the club’s journalists.
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