Konadu Emerges as Top Candidate to Take Helm at Hearts of Oak

Hearts of Oak is reportedly close to appointing Maxwell Konadu as their next head coach, with the former Black Stars assistant emerging as the frontrunner among three shortlisted candidates.

The club’s board has identified Konadu as the preferred choice to succeed Aboubakar Ouattara, who is expected to depart at the end of the season.

The decision signals a potential change in direction for Hearts of Oak following another disappointing campaign. Konadu, who last managed South African side Black Leopards, is being considered as the ideal candidate to lead a technical overhaul for next season.

Also in contention for the role are former Asante Kotoko head coach Prosper Narteh Ogum and ex-Hearts boss Samuel Boadu. However, reports suggest that Konadu is currently ahead in the selection process.

Hearts of Oak are currently fifth on the Ghana Premier League table with 52 points, facing Legon Cities in their next fixture.

The club is set to finish the season without silverware for a second consecutive season, making the appointment of a new coach crucial for the team’s future success.