According to sources, over 600 coaches have thrown their names into the hat for the vacant coaching position with the Black Stars.
Following the dismissal of Chris Hughton after the team’s disappointing performance at the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), the Ghana national team is currently without a head coach.
This is the second consecutive early exit for Ghana in the group stage of the tournament, earning only two points after three matches.
The Black Stars suffered a defeat against Cape Verde and managed two draws against Egypt and Mozambique in Group B.
Following Hughton’s termination from his 21-month contract, a five-member committee was formed to recommend a new coach to the Executive Council of the Football Association within 21 days.
Sannie Daara, a spokesperson for the Ghana Football Association, confirmed that the number of applications received for the coaching role has exceeded 600, with candidates from Europe, South America, North America, and Africa showing interest.
EXCL: Wow! Over 600 coaches have applied to take the vacant Ghana national team coaching position.
Coaches from Europe, South America, North America, Africa and Ghana are vying for the Black Stars job!
The competition is fierce! 🇬🇭⚽#BlackStars pic.twitter.com/vwx5bVVUM4
— Ibrahim Sannie Daara (@SannieDaara) February 6, 2024
Among the applicants, Michael Osei and Maxwell Konadu are the only two local coaches who have expressed interest in the vacant position.
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) is expected to announce the appointment of a new head coach before the Black Stars’ next international engagement.
