🇬🇭 Regragui Declines Black Stars Role as Ghana Intensifies Search for New Coach
Former Morocco head coach Walid Regragui has ruled himself out of contention for the Black Stars coaching job, distancing himself from Ghana’s ongoing search for a new head coach.
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) is currently in the market for a replacement following the dismissal of Otto Addo on March 31, 2026. His exit came after disappointing results in the international break, including a heavy 5-1 defeat to Austria and a 2-1 loss to Germany.
Earlier speculation suggested that the GFA had approached Regragui, largely due to his impressive achievement of guiding Morocco to a historic semi-final finish at the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar.
However, reports indicate that the coach, through his representatives, has made it clear he is not interested in taking up the Ghana role at this time.
Instead, Regragui is now strongly linked with a move to coach Saudi Arabia, where he is expected to replace Hervé Renard following his departure after a friendly defeat to Serbia. His growing reputation as a tactically disciplined and successful manager has made him one of the most sought-after coaches globally.
With Regragui out of the race, the GFA continues to explore other experienced options. Names such as Kwesi Appiah, Pitso Mosimane, and Tom Saintfiet remain under consideration, while Renard had also been linked before his expected move.
As preparations intensify for the FIFA World Cup 2026, the Black Stars are scheduled to regroup for key international friendlies against Mexico and Wales in May and June. Ghana will compete in Group L alongside Panama, England, and Croatia, with their campaign set to begin on June 11 across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.