Otto Addo is poised to embark on his second tenure as coach of Ghana’s men’s national soccer team, following Borussia Dortmund’s decision to release him from his current position in talent development by the season’s end.

Having previously served as interim coach in 2022, including overseeing Ghana’s campaign in the World Cup held in Qatar, Addo returns to the helm on a 34-month contract, with the possibility of extending it for an additional two years, as announced by the Ghana Football Association via Facebook. This contractual arrangement would encompass pivotal events such as the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and the 2026 World Cup.

Expressing his gratitude, Addo remarked in a statement released by Dortmund, “To be entrusted with the responsibility of leading my national team is a tremendous honor. Having previously served as interim coach, I have gained valuable experience in this capacity, and I eagerly anticipate the challenges that lie ahead, commencing this summer.”

At Dortmund, Addo currently serves as the “talent coach,” overseeing the development of promising young players, including the likes of Erling Haaland and Jadon Sancho. The club has agreed to release him from his duties at the conclusion of the season, allowing him to assume his role with Ghana. Moreover, Dortmund has granted Addo permission to oversee Ghana’s forthcoming friendlies this month, further demonstrating their support for his dual commitments. This flexibility echoes Dortmund’s approach during Addo’s interim stint in 2022.

Throughout his playing career, Addo, hailing from Hamburg, achieved success with Dortmund, clinching the Bundesliga title, and represented Ghana in the 2006 World Cup.