Former Black Stars coach Kwesi Appiah confirms Asante Kotoko approach for vacant coaching role

James Kwasi Appiah, the former coach of the Black Stars, has confirmed that he has been in discussions with Asante Kotoko regarding the club’s vacant coaching position.

Earlier reports indicated that the Porcupine Warriors had approved the appointment of their former captain as their new head coach. Following the sacking of Seydou Zerbo, Asante Kotoko is currently being led by interim coach Abdulai Gazale.

Kwasi Appiah has now verified the news in an interview with Kumasi-based Pure FM, stating that he is eager to come aboard and assist.

The club legend mentioned that he has spoken with Kotoko for the past few months but had to put things on hold due to receiving two other offers.

He further stated that he cannot demand the new head coach role without the CEO’s approval.

“Asante Kotoko has a CEO (Nana Yaw Amponsah) and I can’t go to Manhyia and demand that I should be named the new head coach without the knowledge of the CEO,” Kwesi Appiah, who is also a club legend told Kumasi-based Pure FM.

“I played Asante Kotoko for years and I have been in and out of the club. If there is any assistance I am willing to do that.

“For the past months, I have held talks with Kotoko but I told them to hold on because I received two offers but let us see what happens,” he added.

James Kwasi Appiah was an essential member of the Asante Kotoko squad that won the 1983 CAF Champions League.