To focus on his job with the Ghana national team in preparation for the 2022 World Cup, Black Stars assistant coach, George Boateng has resigned from his position as manager of Aston Villa’s U-23 team.
Before the nation’s World Cup qualification play-off against Nigeria, Boateng was temporarily selected as a member of the Black Stars technical team.
After the Black Stars qualified for the World Cup, he was given a permanent position through December 2022.
The former Netherlands player departed the English club’s youth team with less than three months until the start of the World Cup, which will be held in Qatar, to concentrate on the Black Stars position.
A statement posted on his official Instagram page confirming his decision read: “Leaving Aston Villa after 3 wonderful seasons was not an easy decision but having the opportunity to coach my country at the World Cup was too good to turn down. I have learned so much and I’m grateful for the time spent at this beautiful, amazing club.
“I want to thank the players, staff and fans for their wonderful support and I wish the club every success in the future. As for now, I will concentrate on my role as the Assistant Coach of Ghana ahead of the World Cup.”
Boateng was recently seen with Crystal Palace duo Jordan Ayew and Jeffery Schlupp after a league game.
He will play a role alongside head coach Otto Addo, Mas-Ud Didi Dramani and technical director Chris Hughton when the Black Stars begin preparations for Qatar.
