# Asante Kotoko squad developments and pre-season updates

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> Updated: 2026-08-26T12:33:12.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 4.

Asante Kotoko continues to strengthen its squad for the upcoming Ghana Premier League season through targeted recruitment. Building on previous defensive and goalkeeping additions, the club has secured the return of goalkeeper Ibrahim Danlad from Ethiopian side Coffee SC. A former 2022 FIFA World Cup participant with Ghana, Danlad returns to Kumasi after a two-year spell abroad, during which he recorded 28 clean sheets in 55 appearances. Upon his return, Danlad donated supplies, including rice, oil, and water, to the Garden City Special School.

The club’s recruitment also includes Moroccan goalkeeper Abdel Wadie Mourad from Albanian club Basania FC, marking the first time a Moroccan player has represented the team. To bolster the attacking line, the club has completed the permanent signing of Cameroonian attacker Solomon Nsoh Asaah from AS Fortuna de Mfou, a former Francophonie Games winner expected to provide pace and versatility.

Furthering defensive reinforcements, the club has signed 18-year-old right-back Emmanuel Sanja from Vision FC on a three-year deal. Sanja, a Ghana Under-23 international, joins the Porcupine Warriors following a season featuring 25 appearances and three goals. Under the leadership of new head coach Eric Tinkler, the squad is currently preparing to begin their campaign against Debibi United.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-26: Asante Kotoko strengthens squad with Ibrahim and Sanja signings

Asante Kotoko bolsters its roster for the upcoming Ghana Premier League season by re-signing goalkeeper Danlad Ibrahim and securing defender Emmanuel Sanja on a three-year deal.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/asante-kotoko-strengthens-squad-with-ibrahim-and-sanja-signings

### 2026-08-23: Asante Kotoko bolsters squad with new signings

Ghanaian football club Asante Kotoko has announced several key signings, including the return of goalkeeper Ibrahim Danlad and the acquisition of Cameroonian attacker Solomon Nsoh Asaah.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/asante-kotoko-strengthens-squad-ahead-of-new-season

### 2026-08-12: Asante Kotoko intensifies pre-season preparations and defensive rebuild

Asante Kotoko is ramping up pre-season preparations in Accra, including the integration of defender Issah Yakubu following successful medicals, as the club prepares for the 2026/27 season.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/asante-kotoko-intensifies-pre-season-preparations-and-defensive-rebuild

### 2026-07-31: Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko chase free agent Manuel Mantey

Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko are vying for free‑agent midfielder Manuel Mantey, praised for his playmaking, as both clubs seek a cost‑effective midfield boost ahead of the new Ghana Premier League season.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hearts-of-oak-and-asante-kotoko-chase-free-agent-manuel-mantey

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