Assistant coaches of the Black Stars, John Paintsil and Joseph Laumann, are reportedly on the verge of dismissal by the Ghana Football Association (GFA).
This possible reshuffle follows widespread criticism of the technical team, led by head coach Otto Addo, after Ghana failed to secure qualification for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco.
Reports suggest the GFA has already initiated discussions with a Belgian and a Serbian coach as potential replacements for Paintsil and Laumann.
This move is part of a broader effort to overhaul the coaching staff and rebuild confidence ahead of the critical 2026 World Cup Qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar in March.
Ghana’s failure to qualify for AFCON for the first time in 20 years has sparked outrage among fans, many of whom are calling for Otto Addo’s dismissal.
While Addo’s future remains uncertain, it is unclear whether Paintsil and Laumann will remain in their roles as the qualifiers approach. If dismissed, their departure would mark a significant change in the Black Stars’ technical setup.
Both coaches were appointed to replace George Boateng and Didi Dramani in the assistant roles, but their tenure now hangs in the balance as fans and officials await further developments.
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