GFA Under Scrutiny for Failing to Formalize Contracts with Newly Appointed Youth Team Coaches

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) is under intense scrutiny following revelations that local coaches recently appointed to oversee various national youth teams are operating without formal contracts. Despite public announcements of their appointments nearly a month ago, the GFA has not officially notified these coaches of their new roles, leading to widespread uncertainty and concern.

Investigations by Graphic Sports have confirmed that none of the newly appointed coaches have been officially engaged or informed about their conditions of service. Many coaches discovered their appointments through social media or other news outlets. One coach, speaking anonymously, admitted to Graphic Sports that he had not received any formal communication regarding his appointment, echoing the experiences of his colleagues.

"I only heard about it on the radio," the anonymous coach said, expressing shock at the GFA's conduct. He criticized the GFA for treating local coaches poorly compared to those assigned to the Black Stars, who receive premium treatment. The coach emphasized the confusion among the coaches regarding their employment terms, including their salaries and job security. "We cannot tell whether we will be paid at the end of each month or how much we would be entitled to, or whether we will be working for free," he lamented.

The absence of contracts has also raised fears about job security among the coaches, who worry that they could be dismissed as abruptly as they were appointed, without any compensation.

Adding to the discontent, it was revealed that only Laryea Kingston, involved in the WAFU Zone B tournament, is reportedly receiving some form of payment, creating further animosity among the coaches. The anonymous source expressed disappointment at the GFA's failure to uphold the corporate standards they demand from clubs and players, especially given the experience and respect these coaches command in their respective clubs.

This issue is not new, as youth team coaches have previously raised concerns about the lack of contracts and remuneration. Even when the youth teams comprised only U-17, U-20, and U-23, there were no proper reward schemes or contracts for the coaches.

Last month, the GFA expanded the youth national teams to include U-15, U-18, U-19, and U-21, adding more layers to the existing structure with an average of three coaches per team. The source questioned the GFA's ability to adequately compensate all these coaches given the current situation.

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