Ghana Premier League side Asante Kotoko have decided to break camp for two weeks following the suspension of football activities in the country.

The Ghana Premier League has been suspended for the next four weeks as part of measures by government to beat down the spread of the Novel Corona Virus in the country with 6 confirmed cases so far.

In this period of inactivity Kotoko has decided to allow player get some rest while adhering to strict safety practices.

A statement on the club’s official Twitter page read;

In the interest of the players’ safety following the global #COVID2019 pandemic and government/@ghanafaofficial’s decision to suspend football activities, we have given the lads a 2-week break with immediate effect. Asante Kotoko are in serious contention for the league title and lie 3rd on the standings.

Maxwell Konadu’s side have accumulated 25 points from a possible 45 and sit 3 points away from the top position.