Hearts of Oak are set to part ways with right-back Amankwah Baafi after the player’s representatives officially informed the club that he will not be renewing his contract.
According to sources close to the negotiations, Baafi has decided to seek a new challenge elsewhere when his current contract expires, bringing an end to his stint with the Phobians. The development means the defender is expected to leave the club as a free agent, allowing him to negotiate and sign for a new team without a transfer fee.
Baafi has been an important member of the Hearts of Oak squad, contributing both defensively and offensively from the right flank during his time at the club. His performances have earned him recognition among supporters, making his impending departure a significant loss for the Accra-based giants.
While neither the player nor the club has publicly disclosed the reasons behind the decision, reports suggest that discussions over a contract extension failed to produce an agreement acceptable to both parties. As a result, the player has opted against committing his future to the former Ghana Premier League champions.
The news comes as Hearts of Oak continue preparations for the upcoming season, with the club expected to intensify efforts to strengthen its squad and identify a suitable replacement for the departing defender.
Baafi’s next destination remains unknown, but his availability as a free agent is likely to attract interest from clubs within Ghana and beyond. Given his experience and versatility, several teams are expected to monitor his situation closely ahead of the transfer window.
Unless there is a dramatic change in circumstances, Amankwah Baafi will officially end his association with Hearts of Oak upon the expiration of his current contract, closing another chapter in the club’s ongoing squad restructuring process.
