Author: Raphael Bannerman-Quartey

Kwesi Appiah loses interest in Football Former Ghana coach, Kwasi Appiah, has cast doubts over his return to the field anytime soon despite consistent links to clubs around the world. Kwesi Appiah since leaving his job with the Blackstars after his contract was not renewed by the Kurt Okraku led administration has been linked with clubs locally as well as top sides on the African terrain. In a recent interview with a Kumasi-based radio station, Wontumi FM, when queried as to whether he will return to the field sooner than later, the ex-Black Stars gaffer disclosed that he was fully…

Ghana Premier League club AshantiGold SC have cut ties with their fearsome striker, Shafiu Mumuni according to Chief Executive Officer, Emmanuel Frimpong. The club negotiators and the player’s camp failed to agree on a new contract once the player’s contract with the club expired thus walking out as a free agent. This came as a surprise to many, who envisaged the club would meet the financial demands of the player and his representatives but that didn’t happen. But in a recent interview with Ashh FM in Kumasi, Emmanuel Frimpong the club’s new CEO affirmed the player’s exit from the club…

Shafiu Mumuni eyes move abroad Former Ashantigold striker, Shafiu Mumuni, is eyeing a move abroad following the expiration of his current contract with the Obuasi based club expired. The club and the player’s representatives failed to agree on terms to a new deal making the player walk out of the door a free agent, meaning nothing for the club in terms of transfer fees. Speaking to The Mirror Sports in an interview, Shafiu is seeking for an opportunity to test himself with the very best beyond the shores of the country. “As a player, you have to move forward and…

Granada FC sign Mubarak Alhassan from Liberty Professionals Spanish based club Granada  FC, have signed one of Ghana Premier League’s hottest prospect, Mubarak Alhassan from Dansoman based, Liberty Professionals for an undisclosed fee. The Spanish side concluded terms to sign the young lad from Liberty Professionals in a deal worth five years. In a recent interview with CitiSports to shed more light on his imminent transfer to Spain, the exciting midfield gem couldn’t hide his excitement about his new move. “This is the best moment in my career to make this move because everyone wants an opportunity like this, “At…

De Gea is human, he needs support When David De Gea arrived in Manchester as a young lad from Atletico Madrid almost a decade ago, very little people breathed him a lifeline of survival considering he wasn’t physically imposing, couldn’t command his backline and language was a problem in a new country. Fast forward to almost a decade, Sir Alex Ferguson will sit in his Director’s box and afford a smile knowing he signed a very good player for the club at the time. The Spanish lad has gone on to make an enviable 300 appearances with the Red Devils,…

Southampton sign Ghana’s Mohammed Salisu English Premier League club Southampton have all but wrapped a deal to bring Ghanaian defender Mohammed Salisu to the club in the summer transfer window after triggering his £10.9 million release clause. The 21-year old has agreed a four-year deal after passing his medicals this week. Salisu caught the eye of many admirers this season with his breathtaking performances for his Spanish outfit. He featured 31 times scoring a goal to add up. It’s no doubt that he drew interest from Manchester United, Westham, Everton, Valencia but the lure of playing regular football to continue…

David Silva; A star bows out David Silva, the star of an era signs off in a rather unusual season in the Premier League on Sunday against Norwich City with a simple message: I hope you enjoyed the show. The Spanish playmaker arrived in England on the back of winning the World Cup with his native, Spain, blessed with many talents. It’s no surprise that, since his arrival at the club, a decade ago, he has mesmerized many with his dazzling football, clever assists and once in blue thunderbolt goals which helped mold Manchester City into a powerhouse in English…

Egyptian side Wadi Degla chase Asamoah Gyan Ghanaian striker Asamoah Gyan is set to earn a move to Egypt Premier League side Wadi Degla SC in the coming days according to local media reports. Gyan has been clubless since leaving Indian side NorthEast United FC in the early part of January 2020. It’s said that negotiations between both parties are far advanced with a deal to be confirmed in the coming days. Wadi Degla want the experienced striker to lead the lines entering into next season 2020/21 in order to rival the likes of Al Ahly and Zamalek. The 34-year-old’s…

Coutinho edges closer to Arsenal move Out of favor Barcelona player, Philippe Coutinho is reportedly set to join Arsenal on a season-long loan. The player’s agent, Kia Joorabchian, has been given the nod to negotiate a move away from the Catalan side to London. Coutinho has failed to make his mark in a star-studded Barcelona team that houses the likes of Messi, Suarez, Antoine Griezemann and thus had to ship out to Bavarian giants Bayern Münich for a loan move, which proved largely unsuccessful after the bosses failed to legitimize his loan into a permanent one. The Catalan outfit for…

New Edubiase reject CODVID-19 relief fund New Edubiase Owner Abdul Salam Yakubu, has emphatically stated that his club will not accept the Covid-19 relief package that is yet to be shared amongst Ghanaian Clubs by the Ghana Football Association (GFA). This week the football association in a statement disclosed how the $1.8m received from FIFA and CAF will be disbursed to the clubs. From the look of things, the statement has been met with a strong backlash from stakeholders of the game football in the country, which his club is no exception. According to vocal club president, the FA needs…