Asante Kotoko has officially signed Nigerian midfielder Fernando Wisdom Bassey.
The 22-year-old joins the Porcupine Warriors on a free transfer and has committed to a three-year deal, keeping him at the club until 2027.
This signing is expected to strengthen Asante Kotoko’s squad for the upcoming season.
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Bassey is our latest WARRIOR 👊🏽#AKSC #Fabucensus #Kotoko4All pic.twitter.com/FFFufIAjDk
— Asante Kotoko SC – 2X CAF CL Winners🥇 (@AsanteKotoko_SC) August 28, 2024
Bassey, who will wear the number seven jersey previously worn by Bernard Somuah, brings a wealth of experience and skill to the team.
Throughout his career in the Nigerian Professional Football League, he has made 76 appearances, scoring seven goals and providing eight assists during his time with Akwa United and Sporting.
Notably, Bassey played a key role in Akwa United’s triumph in the 2020-21 Nigeria Premier Football League season, contributing significantly to their title win.
Bassey is the fifth international player to join Asante Kotoko during this transfer window, following the acquisitions of Sudanese players Esmat Abdulhamid and AbdoelRahman Yoouef Yagoub, Congolese defender Samba O’Neil, and Guinean goalkeeper Mohamed Camara.
Asante Kotoko is set to begin their 2024/25 Ghana Premier League campaign with an away match against Karela United.