Former Ghana midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu has urged the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to disclose the details of Carlos Queiroz's contract. Agyemang-Badu insists that the Black Stars coach cannot be fairly assessed without clarity on the terms of his appointment. He wants the GFA and the Ministry of Sports and Recreation to reveal the duration of Queiroz's contract and the targets set for his tenure.
Carlos Queiroz was appointed in April 2026 on an initial deal to guide Ghana at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Portuguese coach led the Black Stars to the Round of 32, where their campaign ended with defeat to Colombia. Although questions emerged about his future after the tournament, the GFA announced on 2 September that it had reached an agreement with Queiroz on a new coaching mandate. However, details of the arrangement were not disclosed.
Agyemang-Badu believes that the absence of information makes it difficult to determine whether Queiroz is expected to deliver immediate results or oversee a longer-term rebuilding process. He expressed concerns about the lack of transparency, citing the need to know the coach's time limit and targets. Agyemang-Badu's comments come as Queiroz prepares for Ghana's 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign.
The 2009 FIFA U-20 World Cup winner stressed that the length of a coach's contract is vital in measuring progress and setting expectations. He emphasized that knowing the contract duration helps to clarify what the coach aims to achieve. Agyemang-Badu's call for transparency has sparked discussions about the GFA's communication policies.
Ghana's national team, the Black Stars, begin their Group C fixtures for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign away to Côte d'Ivoire in Bouaké on 24 September. They will then host The Gambia at the Accra Sports Stadium on 27 September. The team will also face Morocco in an international friendly in Tangier on 4 October as preparations continue for the rest of the qualifying campaign.
Agyemang-Badu's comments have highlighted the need for greater transparency in Ghanaian football administration. The GFA has not commented on Agyemang-Badu's remarks, but fans and stakeholders are eagerly awaiting a response. The issue has sparked a national debate about the importance of transparency in football governance.
The GFA's decision to keep Queiroz's contract details private has raised questions about accountability and good governance. As the Black Stars continue their campaign, fans and stakeholders will be watching closely to see how the team performs under Queiroz's leadership. The coach's immediate focus is on the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign, and the team's performance will likely influence discussions about his contract and future.
Key points
- Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu calls for transparency in Carlos Queiroz's contract details.
- The GFA has not disclosed the details of Queiroz's contract.
- Ghana's national team begins their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign on 24 September.
