Kumasi Asante Kotoko have announced the signing of two sudanese as part of the club’s rebuilding ahead of the 2024/25 Ghana Premier League.
The new players, forward AbdoelRahman Yoouef Yagoub and defender Esmat Hassabalbagi from The Hay Alwady of Sudan and Al Hilal respectively are on a a year contract with a club option of a permanent deal.
According to a report, former Black Stars coach who is currently Sudan coach, Kwasi Appiah who is part of Kotoko’s Interim Management Committee made the recommendations.
“A new addition in defence! We are delighted to announce the signing of left-back, Esmat Hassabalbagi, from Al Hilal on a year-long deal with a club option of a permanent contract. The newest addition to the PORCUPINE family: AbdoelKarem AbdoelRahman Yoouef Yagoub. The Hay Alwady of Sudan striker joins us on a year contract with a club option of a permanent deal” Asante Kotoko announced the new players.
It is said that the Kotoko Players are part of the squad to face their counterpart, Hearts of Oak in the Democracy Cup on July, 17, 2024.
Asante Kotoko rebuilding comes after the club parted ways with over 22 players following their abysmal performance in the last season.
The Porcupine Warriors finished the 2023.24 season in sixth position.
Meanwhile, the club is expected to welcome another new players ahead of the next Ghana football season.
Some supporters and fans have reacted to the signing of the two sedanese.
BELOW ARE SOME OF THEIR COMMENTS.
“Saa adeɛ wei na mennte aseɛ no ooo. Afe baako deɛ, ɛyɛ signing. The next thing, when he shines, then he’ll leave for free.”
“Welcome to Porcupine Warriors. May your stay bring us unending joy and happiness. Fabulous The Very Best”
“Welcome to the biggest club in Ghana”
“This Guy shaa rough that is the reason why Hilal sent him on loan…”
“Welcome to the Porcupine family Esmat. Feel at home and give the club your best”
“Sudan journalist says new Kotoko striker plays like Erling Haaland, reveals more details about him”
“Bring his statistics from his previous clubs and let’s check something. We don’t want any Kalou again”
Source: Elvisanokyenews.com
