Asante Kotoko have confirmed the signing of a Nigerian winger, Wisdom Fernando on a free transfer.

According to an official announcement by the club, the player has penned a three-year deal that will run until 2027.

Speaking to the club's media, Fernando shared his excitement, stating that it is a 'great honour' to represent the glamourous club.

"I am well aware of the stature of Asante Kotoko and its significance to the supporters. The club has a rich history on the continent, and representing them is a great honour, especially given the shared cultural ties between Ghana and Nigeria.

"Asante Kotoko is based in Kumasi, a city known for its deep passion for football. The enthusiasm here is unmatched, particularly when Kotoko or the Black Stars play, as seen during the World Cup play-off against Nigeria. I'm thrilled that everything has been finalized, and I look forward to helping my new teammates achieve our goals for the season," he said.

Wisdom Fernando spent seven seasons in the Nigerian top-flight league, scoring seven goals and providing assists in 76 appearances.

He has become Kotoko's fifth foreign player signed in the just-ended Ghanaian transfer window, joining Sudanese duo Esmat Abdulhamid and AbdoelRahman Yoouef Yagoub, Congolese defender Samba O’Neil and Guinean goalkeeper Mohamed Camara.


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