Director of Business and Community Development of Southampton FC, Mark Abraham has applauded the visionary leadership of Asante Kotoko Chief Executive Officer, Nana Yaw Amponsah.
The Premier League outfit on Tuesday morning announced a partnership deal with the Porcupine Warriors.
The deal will see the English Premier League side support the development of Kotoko’s strategy both on and off the pitch.
The Saints will also share their industry-leading coaching expertise to help Asante Kotoko realize their ambition of building a sustainable Academy and pathway to the first team, with year-round remote support supplemented by regular visits to Ghana throughout the partnership from the club’s International Football Partnership team.
The partnership will include Academy staff exchange visits between the UK and Ghana, as well as opportunities for Asante Kotoko’s young players to attend annual UK Player Development camps and experience the Southampton Academy methodology first-hand when travel corridors open up and it is safe to travel.
Southampton will also support the development of Kotoko’s commercial and operational strategy through collaborating on key projects.
Speaking after the signing of the deal, Mark Abraham said, “During these challenging times we’re delighted to have agreed on a long-term partnership to work with Asante Kotoko.
Nana Yaw has a clear vision for Asante Kotoko to be a self-sustainable football club both on and off the pitch. We look forward to working with him and his team to support their development” the Southampton chief told the club’s official website.
The former Ghana FA Presidential candidate was appointed as Kotoko’s CEO in August 2020 to manage the affairs of the club on a three-year mandate after the new Board of Directors dissolved the George Amoako-led administration.
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