by Emmanuel Atanga | Sep 25, 2025 | Africa, Europe, International, Soccer
AS Monaco have turned to Senegalese winger Krépin Diatta to fill a crucial gap in their UEFA Champions League squad following an untimely injury to Swiss midfielder Denis Zakaria.
Head coach Adi Hütter confirmed last week that Zakaria suffered an adductor injury in training just a day before Monaco’s opening clash with Club Brugge, ruling him out for approximately two months.
Under a new UEFA regulation introduced this season, clubs are permitted to temporarily replace an injured player in their Champions League roster. Once the injured player regains full fitness, the original squad member can be reinstated.
Taking advantage of this rule, Monaco have officially added Diatta, who impressed as a substitute in the weekend victory over FC Metz. In that game, the Senegal international slotted in at right-back, enabling Jordan Teze to step into a depleted midfield—an area hit hard by multiple absences.
With Diatta’s pace and versatility, Monaco hope to maintain their momentum in Europe while waiting for Zakaria’s recovery.
by Emmanuel Atanga | Sep 25, 2025 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
Serbian SuperLiga club FK Javor Ivanjica have completed the signing of Ghanaian attacking midfielder Benjamin Acquah, adding fresh creativity to their midfield for the ongoing campaign.
The 24-year-old, born in Amasaman, Ghana, arrives after parting ways with Portuguese Liga Portugal 2 outfit Portimonense SC earlier this summer. Acquah, who first made his mark in Europe with Swedish side Helsingborgs IF following a breakout spell at Ghana Premier League club Ebusua Dwarfs, now embarks on a new chapter in Serbia’s top flight.
Javor confirmed the transfer on their official Instagram account, welcoming the former Helsingborg star with the words:
> “Benjamin Acquah is the new football player of Javor Ivanjica! He joins us from Portuguese club Portimonense and began his European journey in a Helsingborg jersey. An offensive midfielder, 24 years old—welcome!”
Although a standout performer at club level, Acquah is yet to make his senior debut for the Ghana Black Stars. His move to Serbia offers another opportunity to impress national selectors and continue his European progression.
by Emmanuel Atanga | Sep 25, 2025 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
AFC Bournemouth have issued a clear hands-off warning to potential suitors eyeing Ghanaian forward Antoine Semenyo ahead of the January transfer window.
The Black Stars attacker, who drew serious summer attention from Manchester United, Liverpool, and Tottenham Hotspur, chose commitment over speculation by signing a new contract with the Cherries. That deal—without a release clause—gives Bournemouth full control of his future and reportedly sets his value at a staggering £70 million.
Despite anticipating another wave of bids this winter, the south-coast club has ruled out any mid-season departure for their in-form star. Semenyo has repaid their faith in style, firing three goals and providing two assists in just five Premier League appearances. His blistering performances earned him both the Player of the Month and Goal of the Month awards for August.
With Bournemouth determined to keep hold of their talisman, interested clubs will have to wait—and pay top dollar—if they hope to lure the 25-year-old away in the future.
by Emmanuel Atanga | Sep 25, 2025 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
Leicester City have been urged to prepare for an onslaught of Premier League interest in Ghanaian winger Abdul Fatawu after his blistering start to the Championship season.
EFL expert and Sky Sports pundit Lee Hendrie, speaking to Football League World, believes the 21-year-old’s early form makes him a prime January target.
“He’s started the season well—exactly the kind of player a Premier League club would want,” Hendrie said. “Fast, skilful, and effective out wide. If he keeps this up, Leicester will have to brace themselves because interest is inevitable.”
Fatawu, who endured a lengthy spell out with a cruciate ligament injury last term, has returned stronger, netting twice and providing an assist in the Foxes’ opening five Championship matches. His resurgence has already drawn serious attention: newly promoted Sunderland reportedly lodged a £28 million bid during the summer window, but Leicester stood firm.
Manager Carlos Cifuentes later told BBC Sport, “We want to keep key players, and Abdul is one,” reaffirming the club’s commitment to holding onto their rising star.
With the January transfer window approaching and Premier League clubs circling, Leicester now face a battle to keep their Ghanaian gem at the King Power Stadium.
by Emmanuel Atanga | Sep 25, 2025 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
Tottenham Hotspur’s summer signing Mohammed Kudus is fast becoming one of the Premier League’s standout performers, earning glowing praise from England legend Alan Shearer.
Kudus, who made the high-profile move from West Ham United during the summer window, has wasted no time settling into life in North London under new Spurs boss Thomas Frank. After a full pre-season, the 25-year-old Ghanaian midfielder has started every league match, showcasing his creativity and attacking flair.
His impact was on full display at the Amex Stadium last weekend, where he provided two crucial assists to help Spurs claw back from a 2-0 deficit and secure a 2-2 draw against Brighton. Frank lauded Kudus for his sharp link-up play and fearless one-on-one skills, describing him as an essential cog in his tactical setup.
Alan Shearer echoed those sentiments on The Rest is Football podcast, saying, “Kudus did well again. He’s a real threat, isn’t he? Yeah, 2-0 down, they were always going to take 2-2, but I thought they were worthy of a point. Thomas Frank has made a really good start there.”
Kudus’s numbers underline his influence: four assists in just five Premier League appearances for Spurs—just one short of his entire total from last season with West Ham. With such form, the Ghana international is quickly proving to be a game-changer in Tottenham’s new era.
