As the Ghana Football Association (GFA) moves forward with its latest technical restructuring, one appointment has sparked debate—German coach Winfried Schäfer’s new role as Director of Football and Technical Adviser to Black Stars head coach Otto Addo.

For Kofi Adams, Ghana’s Minister-designate for Sports and Recreation, this decision raises important questions. Speaking on Accra-based Sporty FM, Adams made it clear that if a Ghanaian coach with similar expertise were available at a lower cost, then the GFA should have prioritized local talent.

“If what Winfried Schäfer is providing can be found here and would cost us less, then we would have to review the list of the technical team of the Black Stars,” he stated, hinting at a possible reassessment of the appointment once he officially assumes office.

The 75-year-old Schäfer, known for his experience across African football, including a stint with Cameroon, joins Ghana’s setup amidst concerns over redundancy, given the presence of an existing Technical Director.

With Adams awaiting parliamentary approval, his stance suggests potential changes in how Ghana balances local and foreign expertise in managing the national team. As discussions heat up, the future of Ghana’s technical team remains a topic of keen interest.