Local players need a quota in Black Stars – Kotoko’s Opoku

Asante Kotoko midfielder Jordan Opoku believes the lack of local players in the current Black Stars makes Ghana’s local league unattractive.

He noted that the practice must stop under new coach Avram Grant because it kills talent and people’s interest to even watch the domestic top-flight.

“It is every player’s wish to play for the Ghana national team so it is disheartening that the local players are always overlooked by the leaders because they think we’re not good enough,” Opoku told Kumasi-based Otec FM.

“The local players must have a quota in the team and it must be enforced by authorities so that they can enrich the local games with their experiences they will gain on the international stage. If you are a local player and you are not unhappy about the negligence by previous coaches then I believe you're not a good player.”

He added: “I'm always frustrated with the actions of the football leaders because I can see I'm doing my best but it always go unnoticed which is very bad, let’s hope it changes under the new directorate.”

Opoku helped Asante Kotoko to clinch their first ever double last season and he is expected to help the Kumasi-based club with his vast experience in next season’s Caf Champions League.