Former Asante Kotoko head coach Erik Tinkler has revealed that a lucrative offer from South Africa influenced his decision to leave the club. Tinkler met with the Kotoko squad and technical team on Monday to formally bid them farewell after confirming his resignation. He explained that his decision had already been taken the previous week, with the club’s chairman and Director of Football, Stanley Purl Menzo, aware of the situation.
According to Tinkler, Kotoko had asked him to remain in charge until their Ghana Premier League fixture against Aduana FC, which he did. He therefore stressed that his resignation was not influenced by the team’s performance or Sunday’s 2-0 defeat to Aduana FC. Tinkler’s departure comes just a day after Kotoko suffered a 2-0 home defeat to Aduana FC at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.
Tinkler revealed that he had received a good offer from a club in South Africa, which became the main reason behind his decision to leave Kotoko. Reports in South Africa have since linked Tinkler with a return to Durban City, although the move has not been officially confirmed. The South African coach expressed confidence in Kotoko’s ability to achieve their objectives this season.
Tinkler believes the squad has enough quality and backed the technical team, including Diogo and Humphrey, to continue the work and push towards the club’s targets. He thanked the players for their hard work, dedication, respect, and discipline during his time at the club. Tinkler ended his farewell message on an emotional note, leaving the door open for a possible return to the Porcupine Warriors.
Kotoko have confirmed that Tinkler’s departure was at his request, citing personal reasons, after discussions between both parties failed to prevent his exit. The club’s chairman and Director of Football, Stanley Purl Menzo, were aware of Tinkler’s decision to leave. Tinkler recorded one win and two draws in his previous three games before the 2-0 defeat to Aduana FC.
Tinkler’s exit marks a significant development in the Ghana Premier League, with the club now searching for a new head coach. The team will look to bounce back from their recent defeat and push towards their targets this season. Tinkler’s confidence in the squad’s ability to achieve their objectives will be a boost to the team’s morale.
As Tinkler potentially returns to South African football, his legacy at Asante Kotoko will be remembered. The South African coach had a brief but eventful stint with the Ghanaian club, leaving behind a team with a strong squad and technical team.
Key points
- Erik Tinkler cites a lucrative offer from a South African club as the reason for his departure from Asante Kotoko.
- Tinkler expressed confidence in Kotoko’s ability to achieve their objectives this season.
- The departure of Tinkler marks a significant development in the Ghana Premier League.
