Richard Okyere and coach JE Sarpong at Kotoka International Airport
Richard Okyere, a promising teenage midfielder from Kenpong Football Academy, has begun trials with Sønderjyske’s youth teams in Denmark.
Okyere, who departed Ghana on March 28, 2025, to showcase his talent, is attracting interest from multiple European clubs, according to reports.
Okyere is a versatile, tactically intelligent, and creative midfielder with excellent vision and technical ability, ready to make an impression in Europe.
At a brief send-off ceremony, veteran coach JE Sarpong commended Okyere’s professionalism and urged him to uphold the discipline instilled by his academy.
Jonathan Setodji, Technical Director of the Academy, expressed confidence in Okyere’s potential for a successful European career.
Emmanuel Asante, a Belgium-based trainer, added that he is optimistic about Okyere’s ability.
Kennedy Agyepong (Cappuccino), Chief Executive Officer of the academy and business magnate, has demonstrated significant commitment by networking with club executives across Germany, Belgium, Norway, France, Sweden, Holland, and Croatia, thereby enhancing the academy’s reputation.
He is determined to work tirelessly to make the academy one of the leading football institutions in the country and Africa through substantial investments in player development.
Okyere’s trial follows the recent permanent transfer of Bossman Debrah to Norwegian club Stabæk, highlighting the academy’s successful development program.
According to management, Okyere will proceed to trials in Germany, Belgium, and France after his Danish trial concludes.
Adam Kwarasey, former Black Stars goalkeeper and the academy’s European liaison, facilitates these international opportunities. Kenpong Football Academy anticipates further player transfers to European clubs in the coming weeks, both on loan and permanent deals.
