Former Kotoko winger Stephen Amankona ready to join Hearts of Oak

Former Kumasi Asante Kotoko striker, Stephen Amankona, has confirmed that Accra Hearts of Oak, a Ghana Premier League side, has expressed interest in acquiring his services for the upcoming 2023/24 season.

Responding to the rumors linking him to the Rainbow club, the former GPL winner stated, “Yes, some of their leaders, including Samuel Inkoom, have held talks with me,” confirming the contact with Ghanasportspage.com.

Amankona also expressed his eagerness to play for the 2020/21 champions, saying, “Accra Hearts of Oak is a big club, and I’m ready. The most important thing is the deal. If the deal is good, I will join them.”

Following an unsuccessful spell at Asante Kotoko, Amankonah returned to Berekum Chelsea in January. Prior to signing for the Porcupine Warriors two seasons ago, the 23-year-old attacker played a crucial role for the Bibires in the Ghanaian top-flight during the 2020/21 season, scoring 10 goals in 28 matches and helping them reach the semi-finals of the FA Cup.

His potential acquisition would boost the frontline of Accra Hearts of Oak, who faced challenges in the just-ended campaign. After discussing with the player, the Rainbow club is now expected to submit a bid to Berekum Chelsea to secure the attacker.