A family member of Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has revealed that the Ghana coach is allegedly owed up to nine months’ salary, dismissing recent claims by a government minister that 50 per cent of the arrears had been settled.
Speaking on condition of anonymity to MetroTVOnline.com, the family source described the minister’s assertion as a “gimmick,” insisting that no such partial payment has been made and that the outstanding salaries continue to take a toll on the Black Stars boss.
According to the source, the prolonged salary arrears are already having a negative psychological and professional impact on Otto Addo, at a time when Ghana’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup should be reaching a critical phase.
With just six months to the World Cup, the family member warned that the situation could threaten the focus and effectiveness of the Black Stars’ technical team, potentially undermining Ghana’s readiness for the global showpiece.
“This is a very troubling development,” the source said. “At this stage of the World Cup build-up, the coach should be fully focused on the job, not worrying about unpaid salaries.”
The source stressed that the current period should be dedicated to intensive scouting, tactical planning, and continuous engagement with players, particularly those based across Europe and other competitive leagues.
The family member noted that Addo is expected to be travelling extensively, monitoring potential call-ups, analysing opponents, and preparing for high-profile international friendlies — including Ghana’s anticipated test match against Germany.
“At this stage, the coach should be travelling, scouting players, analyzing opponents, and preparing for big games like the friendly against Germany,” the source added. “But unpaid salaries make it difficult to operate at the highest level.”
The revelation has raised renewed concerns about administrative challenges surrounding the Black Stars, with calls mounting for authorities to urgently resolve the salary issue to avoid distractions ahead of the World Cup.
As Ghana looks to make a strong impression at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, observers fear that unresolved financial issues involving the technical team could derail momentum and affect overall performance if left unaddressed.
