President of the Ghana Football Association, Kurt Okraku, has set out the qualities he expects in the next head coach of the Ghana national football team.
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‎Speaking in an interview with 3Sports, Okraku emphasised the need for a coach with a strong track record, both at club and international level, as Ghana looks to move forward.
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‎“He will be the person with a good record of having managed at the club level and hopefully at the national team level, someone who has won trophies,” he said.
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‎Okraku stressed that experience and success are key to restoring confidence within the squad, noting that players respond positively to coaches with proven credentials.
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‎“The players will look up to that person and say this guy has done it before and he knows what he is talking about,” he added.
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‎The GFA president made it clear that the appointment is not just about tactical ability, but also about leadership and influence in the dressing room.
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‎“We want to move forward… hopefully, this next one will be that one that will give everyone the confidence,” he said.
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‎His comments come at a crucial time for Ghana football, with the Black Stars aiming to rebuild momentum and strengthen their identity ahead of future competitions, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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‎The search for a new coach is expected to focus on candidates capable of inspiring belief while delivering results on the pitch.