Ghanaian giants Asante Kotoko have initiated exploratory talks with Maxwell Konadu over a possible comeback as head coach, as the club begins restructuring plans ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.
The Kumasi-based side finds itself in search of stability following a turbulent period on the bench. The situation was triggered by the resignation of Karim Zito, whose exit left a leadership void at a crucial stage of the season. Matters were further complicated when interim boss Prince Yaw Owusu also opted to step aside shortly after taking charge.
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With the dugout unsettled, the club has temporarily entrusted team affairs to youth coach Abdul Gazale, who is expected to guide the Porcupine Warriors through the remainder of the ongoing season.
Behind the scenes, Kotoko’s hierarchy has intensified efforts to identify a long-term solution. Reports suggest that discussions are already underway within the club’s decision-making structure, with Konadu’s name gaining significant traction among the shortlisted candidates.
Currently serving as head coach of Ghana’s U-20 national team, Konadu is no stranger to the Kotoko setup, having previously led the club during two separate spells. His familiarity with the institution, coupled with his experience at both club and national levels, positions him as a strong contender should the club opt for a homegrown appointment.
Sources close to the situation indicate that Kotoko’s three-man board remains divided on the direction to take, whether to recruit a foreign tactician or place their trust in a proven local figure. Within that debate, Konadu is understood to be the standout Ghanaian option under serious consideration.
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The former Kotoko boss is reportedly receptive to the idea of returning to Kumasi, and while negotiations are still at an early stage, there is growing belief that a deal could materialize if both parties align on key terms in the coming weeks.
