The Porcupine warriors are working around the clock to offload two of their players ahead of the January transfer window
Kumasi Asante Kotoko Sporting Club has officially commenced processes to terminate the contracts of midfielder Joseph Ablor and defender Samuel Tenadu following what club sources describe as persistent and unresolved disciplinary issues.
According to information available to the club’s management, the decision comes after several internal assessments and engagements with the players failed to yield the expected level of professionalism and adherence to the club’s code of conduct. The current action underscores Kotoko’s renewed commitment to discipline, accountability, and institutional standards as the club seeks to reassert its competitive and cultural values both on and off the pitch.
It will be recalled that Joseph Ablor and Samuel Tenadu were earlier implicated in a similar disciplinary matter involving goalkeeper Camara. At the time, the club exercised restraint and opted for reconciliation, granting the players a second chance after internal deliberations and appeals. That decision was widely seen as a gesture of goodwill aimed at preserving team unity and protecting the players’ careers.
However, subsequent developments indicate that the disciplinary concerns involving Ablor and Tenadu have persisted, prompting management to take a firmer stance. Club officials believe the situation has reached a point where continued tolerance could undermine team discipline, dressing-room harmony, and the broader professional culture Kotoko seeks to uphold.
In contrast, goalkeeper Camara, who was also associated with the earlier incident, has reportedly shown improved conduct and remains part of the squad, having satisfied the club’s internal disciplinary requirements.
The latest development follows the earlier departure of Justice Blay, the club’s former captain, whose contract was mutually terminated after similar issues. Blay’s exit marked a significant moment in Kotoko’s ongoing restructuring efforts, given his leadership role within the team. He has since relocated to the United States, where he is currently based.
Sources close to the club indicate that the ongoing disciplinary measures form part of a broader internal reset by the Porcupine Warriors, as management seeks to rebuild a squad founded on discipline, commitment, and professionalism. The club is keen to send a clear message that individual status or past contributions will not exempt any player from accountability.
Asante Kotoko’s leadership is expected to follow due process in line with contractual and football regulatory frameworks before reaching a final decision on the cases of Ablor and Tenadu. An official statement from the club is anticipated once all procedures are concluded.
The developments have sparked discussions among supporters and football stakeholders, many of whom see the move as a necessary step toward restoring discipline and competitiveness at one of Ghana’s most storied football institutions.
Kotoko’ sit third on the Ghana Premier League log with 27 points, one point behind leaders Aduana Stars and will welcome Bechem United to Baba Yara Stadium on Sunday in their next game.