Former Asante Kotoko captain Danlad Ibrahim is close to securing a move to a Malaysian club, according to sources. The ex-Ghana youth international ended his eight-year tenure with the Porcupine Warriors last month after his contract expired.

Danlad, who joined Asante Kotoko in the 2016-17 season, made significant contributions to the team. He has represented Ghana at various youth levels, including the U-17, U-20, and U-23 teams, as well as the senior national team, the Black Stars. He was part of the Ghana squad at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

However, Danlad struggled to maintain his position as the first-choice goalkeeper for Asante Kotoko over the past two seasons, ultimately losing the spot to Frederick Asare. Local media reports indicate that the 21-year-old goalkeeper is expected to sign with an unnamed Malaysian club during the current transfer window to strengthen their goalkeeping department for the upcoming season.

Danlad’s accolades include winning the Ghana Premier League in the 2021-22 season, the Africa U-20 Cup of Nations in 2021, and the WAFU Zone B U-20 Tournament in 2020. Individually, he has been honored with the Golden Glove at both the WAFU Zone B U-20 Tournament in 2020 and the Africa U-20 Cup of Nations in 2021, as well as the Ghana Football Awards Goalkeeper of the Year in 2021.

During the 2023/24 Ghana Premier League season, Danlad made thirteen appearances for Asante Kotoko.