In a proud moment for both KAA Gent and Ghanaian football, 16-year-old central defender Edgard Opoku has officially taken the next big step in his young career by signing his first professional contract with the Belgian club. The deal, announced on April 11, 2025, secures his stay with the Buffalos until 2028.

Towering at 1.95 meters, Opoku has been a standout figure in Gent’s U-16 team, where his intelligence, aerial prowess, and composure on the ball have marked him as a leader in the making. Since joining the Buffalo Talent Centre in 2022, the Ghanaian teen has developed rapidly, both in skill and presence, earning admiration from coaches and scouts alike.

Gent’s long-standing dedication to youth development has once again borne fruit. The club recently celebrated their youth team’s triumph in the 1st National League, and Opoku is seen as a key piece in their continued success. Now set to join Jong KAA Gent, the expectations surrounding his future are sky-high.

While the signature on his first professional deal is a major milestone, for Edgard Opoku, this is just the beginning of a journey full of promise.