Benjamin Asare has tethered his future to Accra Hearts of Oak, inking a two-year contract extension that binds him to the club until 2027, AhotorSports can confirm.
The signing, sealed after days of candid talks with the club’s board, isn’t just a deal—it’s a declaration of devotion from a man who’s become the heartbeat of the Phobians.
At 32, Asare is at the zenith of his craft. Since crossing the city divide from Great Olympics last season, he’s transformed from a reliable goalkeeper into a towering figure—captain, talisman, and Ghana’s unchallenged number one.
His season has been a masterclass: 13 clean sheets in 20 Ghana Premier League outings, a defense that bends to his will, and a Black Stars debut that saw him stonewall Chad and Madagascar in successive shutouts. For Hearts, he’s not just a player; he’s the axis around which their ambitions turn.
“The Board and Management of Accra Hearts of Oak Sporting Club PLC are thrilled to confirm that Black Stars goalkeeper Benjamin Asare has extended his contract with Ghana’s greatest club,” read the official statement reads.
The decision was against tempting offers from North African heavyweights Raja Casablanca and CR Belouizdad which had been circling and drawn by Asare’s blend of agility and aura. But Asare, ever the loyalist, chose the rainbow over the riches. “This club is my home,” he said during negotiations, a sentiment that resonated with a board eager to secure their star.
Born in the gritty heart of Jamestown, Asare’s story is one of defiance. He wasn’t handed stardom—he clawed for it. Early years at obscure clubs, nagging injuries, and doubters who said he’d never make it only fueled his hunger. Now, as Ghana’s top goalkeeper, he carries the weight of expectation with a quiet swagger. “He’s a lion,” says teammate Samuel Inkoom. “You see it in training—every dive, every shout. He’s playing for something bigger than himself.”
The timing of the deal is no accident. Hearts are surging, locked in a tight race for the Ghana Premier League crown.
Challenges lie ahead. At 32, Asare knows the clock ticks faster now. The physical toll of diving on unforgiving pitches, the mental strain of leading a club under constant scrutiny—these are burdens he bears without complaint. “Age is just a number,” he grinned after a recent session, sweat still beading on his brow. “I’ll keep going until my body says no.”
Asare’s signature is more than ink on paper—it’s a battle cry. The stands will shake, the drums will thunder, and the belief in a new dawn will burn fierce. Benjamin Asare hasn’t just stayed; he’s vowed to lead the charge, to guard the goal, and to carve his name into the soul of Accra Hearts of Oak as they face Vision FC this weekend at Tema Newtown in the Ghana Premier League match day 27.
