Asante Kotoko have confirmed the appointment of former WAFA coach Dr Prosper Narteh Ogum as the new head coach of the club.

The astitute trainer has penned a two-year deal with the club following a successful negotiations.

The club confirmed via a statement on its Twitter account on Sunday, 18 September 2021: “We’re delighted to announce Dr. Prosper Narteh Ogum as our new Head Coach.

“The Sports Psychologist , Educationist and Coach joins us on a 2-year deal from WAFA, having previously handled UCC Soccer Team, Elmina Sharks, Dwarfs and Karela Utd.”

Ogum replaces Portuguese trainer Mariano Baretto who lasted as head coach for just six months after replacing Maxwell Konadu.

The lecturer at the University of Cape Coast led WAFA to a third place finish in the just ended Ghana Premier League.