George Boateng lands coaching job at Belgian side RAEC Mons

Former Black Stars assistant coach George Boateng has been named the new head coach of Belgian third-tier club RAEC Mons, signing a three-year contract to replace Emilio Ferrera.

Boateng, a former Dutch international, had been without a club since leaving Coventry City in November 2024 following Frank Lampard’s arrival.

The 49-year-old, who holds a UEFA Pro License, brings vast international experience, including his time as assistant coach of the Ghana national team during the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar and the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast.

His tenure with the Black Stars ended after the GFA dissolved the technical team following a disappointing campaign.

A respected figure in football, Boateng retired from playing in 2013 after successful spells with Coventry City, Aston Villa, Middlesbrough, Hull City, and Nottingham Forest.

His coaching journey includes leading Malaysian club Kelantan and managing Aston Villa’s U-23 squad.