Former Asante Kotoko Communications Director, Sarfo Duku, believes head coach Eric Tinkler still has a realistic chance of guiding the Porcupine Warriors to the Ghana Premier League title, despite the challenges facing the club.
Speaking in an exclusive interview with Luv FM, Duku acknowledged that the timing of Tinkler’s appointment and the club’s injury concerns make the task a difficult one.
“It will be difficult for Eric Tinkler to win the league this season, considering the timing and injuries,” Duku said.
However, he stressed that Kotoko’s fortunes could change if the players demonstrate greater commitment and adopt the right mentality for the remainder of the campaign.
“However, if the players change their attitude, he can win it for Asante Kotoko,” he added.
Eric Tinkler, who recently took charge of the record Ghana Premier League champions, has been tasked with restoring the club’s title ambitions. His arrival comes at a crucial stage of the season, with Kotoko battling injuries to key players ahead of the 2026/27 season.
Sarfo Duku also hinted that he strongly advocated for the appointment of a foreigner due to the indiscipline in the camp of Asante Kotoko before his departure.
“Things were not going well between the playing body and the technical team. I believe we needed somebody to change the attitude of the boys, and the coaches were struggling to take some bold decisions.”
Asante Kotoko SC will begin their season with a trip to newly promoted Debibi United FC in the Ghana Premier League in early September before hosting Hearts of Lions. a
