Former Accra Hearts of Oak striker, Afriyie Barnieh, signed a two-year deal with FC Aarau after terminating his contract with FC Zurich in the Swiss Super League.
The Ghanaian joined FC Zurich in January 2023 on a three and a half year deal from Accra Hearts of Oak.
He made 50 appearances for the Swiss side and managed to score two goals in all competitions. He struggled to secure a regular starting position during his time at the club.
Upon signing for FC Aarau in Switzerland’s second tier, Ghanaians have shared their views on X (formerly Twitter).
One X user was happy he’s got another chance to explore and hopes he gets more playing time and scores more.
Barnieh’s career at FC Zurich was full of injuries, which almost ruined his career at
Other users also believe that this is a good move and they hope Barnieh prioritises playing time and tactical fit over prestige.
Barnieh rose to prominence with Accra Hearts of Oak and also captained the Ghana U-20 team to victory at the 2021 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations.
Barnieh will look to stay fit and use the opportunity given at FC Aarau to revitalise his career and get a call-up to the Black Stars.
Read some of the posts below:
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— @Daniel🇺🇸 (@THEWORD97069648) July 8, 2025
I’m glad he’s got another chance to explore
Hope he gets more playing time and scores more
Injury almost ruined his career at Zurich but I’m happy for him now— Jesse The Talker on Youtube (@jesse_legendary) July 8, 2025
Yes, this is a good move but only if Barnieh prioritizes playing time and tactical fit over prestige. His talent isn’t in doubt but his career needs resuscitation. A reset in the right environment could make this Zürich exit the catalyst for his comeback.
🇬🇭⚽— Collins Little-Tetteh♻️ (@clittle_Tetteh) July 8, 2025
Yes, this is a good move but only if Barnieh prioritizes playing time and tactical fit over prestige. His talent isn’t in doubt but his career needs resuscitation. A reset in the right environment could make this Zürich exit the catalyst for his comeback.
🇬🇭⚽— Collins Little-Tetteh♻️ (@clittle_Tetteh) July 8, 2025
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