The Ghana Football Association (GFA) and the Ministry of Sports and Recreation have reportedly declined a proposed salary increase that would have seen Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz earn about $150,000 per month.
The development follows stalled negotiations over a possible extension of the Portuguese coach’s contract after Ghana’s participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Queiroz was appointed in April 2026 on a short-term agreement, replacing Otto Addo and taking charge of the Black Stars ahead of the tournament.
According to Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams, Queiroz was earning approximately $80,000 per month under his initial agreement with Ghana. Reports indicate that the coach subsequently sought an increase to around $150,000 monthly as part of discussions over continuing in the position.
The reported salary demand is understood to have contributed significantly to the breakdown in negotiations between the coach and Ghanaian football authorities.
Queiroz was also reportedly seeking additional foreign members for his technical team as part of his plans for continuity and restructuring of the Black Stars’ coaching setup.
With the two sides unable to reach an agreement, the GFA has now begun exploring alternatives for the national team’s technical leadership. Reports indicate that the association is already searching for a new head coach who can take charge of the Black Stars ahead of their upcoming competitive assignments.
One name that has emerged in connection with the position is Desmond Ofei, who has been part of the Black Stars’ technical team. His familiarity with the squad could make him a potential option if the football authorities decide to maintain some continuity.
The possible departure of Queiroz would represent another change in the Black Stars’ technical leadership under GFA president Kurt Okraku. Reports indicate that the next appointment would become the seventh head coach during Okraku’s administration.
The coaching situation comes at an important time for Ghana, with the Black Stars preparing for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign.
Ghana is scheduled to begin its qualifying campaign in September and has been drawn in Group C alongside Côte d’Ivoire, The Gambia and Somalia. The country missed the 2025 AFCON tournament in Morocco, increasing the importance of securing qualification for the next edition.
The GFA will therefore be under pressure to resolve the coaching situation quickly and ensure that the team has adequate preparation before the qualifiers begin.
For Queiroz, the reported breakdown in negotiations leaves his future uncertain following a short spell in charge of the national team. The experienced Portuguese coach has previously managed several international teams and major clubs during his long coaching career.
The latest development also highlights the financial considerations involved in appointing an international coach. While the GFA and Sports Ministry appear unwilling to meet the reported $150,000 monthly demand, the authorities must now balance financial considerations with the need to appoint a coach capable of guiding Ghana through an important qualification campaign.
Until an official announcement is made, the reports concerning Queiroz’s contract negotiations remain subject to confirmation from the relevant parties.
Source: Thepressradio.com
