Newly-appointed Accra Hearts of Oak head coach, Mas-Ud Didi Dramani, faces the daunting task of restoring the club’s former glory following a disappointing 2023/24 season.
The 59-year-old tactician signed a two-year contract last Friday and is set to commence duties this week.
He is expected to meet the playing squad for the first time ahead of the start of training on Friday at the club’s Pobiman training complex.
Dramani’s first major test will be a high-stakes encounter against arch-rivals Asante Kotoko in the President’s Cup — a match that could define the early phase of his tenure.
Later this year, he will also lead the Phobians to Nigeria to participate in the prestigious Eko International Tournament, providing a valuable opportunity to fine-tune his side in a competitive setting.
Central to Dramani’s mandate is a comprehensive squad rebuild — a challenging but essential task that is already in motion. A newly-established Recruitment Committee has been tasked with “assessing current performances and identifying potential recruits in line with the technical team’s direction,” according to a club statement.
With high ambitions, sweeping changes are anticipated. Underperforming players are likely to be released as the club seeks top-tier talent capable of reigniting their title aspirations.
Top of the transfer wish-list is Nations FC midfield enforcer Razak Simpson, who is being targeted to reinforce the club’s defensive backbone.
The club is also considering reuniting Dramani with his former goalkeepers’ trainer at Kotoko, Najau Issah, while former Asante Kotoko caretaker coach Abdulai Gazale is reportedly in talks for a backroom staff role as an assistant coach.
Adding to the buzz is Fiifi Parker Hanson, who coached lower-tier Golden Kick FC, to the final of the MTN FA Cup last week. The ambitious young coach has publicly expressed interest in joining Dramani’s technical team as assistant. The two share a history from their days at the
Right to Dream Academy, which could prove valuable in building a strong coaching partnership.
