Striker for Elmina Sharks Benjamin Bernard Boateng  has departed Ghana for Egypt as he closes in on a move to Al Ittihad Alexandria SC

The prolific striker left Ghana on Wednesday night as he heads for Egyptian to conclude the fine details of the move.

He is expected to touch down on Thursday morning before undergoing medical examinations after which he will put pen to paper on the proposed deal.

According to reports his club Elmina Sharks will fetch around US$100,000 for the 20 year old striker when the deal is completed.

Elmina Sharks struggled heavily in the Ghana Premier League as they narrowly escaped relegation on the final day of the season with the player an integral part of the squad.

He scored 7 goals in 14 matches in a season which was blighted by injuries and has scored a total of  15 goals in 43 matches.