Newly appointed Asante Kotoko head coach Eric Tinkler has assured that he aims to build a team that will compete for titles domestically and on the continent.
The South African trainer was confirmed as the new head coach of the Ghana Premier League side ahead of the 2026/27 season.
Speaking to the club's website following his appointment, Tinkler said, "I am honoured and excited to join one of Africa's most storied football institutions. Asante Kotoko's rich history, passion for success and ambition for development are not hidden in Africa.
"I look forward to working with the players, staff and management to build a team that can compete and win, both at home and on the continental stage.
"I feel proud to be associated with this great club at this historical moment," he said.
Tinkler arrives with an impressive coaching experience, having managed several of South Africa's biggest clubs, including Orlando Pirates, SuperSport United, Cape Town City, Maritzburg United and Bidvest Wits.
During his coaching career, he guided Orlando Pirates to the CAF Champions League final and SuperSport United to the CAF Confederation Cup final, while also winning multiple domestic cup titles, including the MTN8 and Telkom Knockout.
Before moving into coaching, Tinkler enjoyed a distinguished playing career, captaining South Africa and earning 48 international caps.
He represented Bafana Bafana at the 1998 FIFA World Cup and was part of the squad that won the 1996 Africa Cup of Nations. At club level, he played in England, Italy and Portugal, featuring for Barnsley and Cagliari.
Meanwhile, Asante Kotoko is expected to open camp ahead of the coming season in the coming days.
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