Hearts of Oak appoint Daniel Kodie as deputy Welfare Manager

Ghana Premier League giants, Accra Hearts of Oak, have appointed their former player, Daniel Kodie, as the club’s deputy Welfare Manager.

Kodie, who served as the Welfare manager of their youth side last season, has now been promoted to the senior team’s technical set-up ahead of the new football season.

A statement on the club’s Facebook page stated,

“Kodie will serve as the Assistant Welfare Manager to Henry Martey, marking another important chapter in his journey with the club.

A true Phobian, Kodie joined the club initially as a promising footballer, but his career on the pitch was sadly cut short due to injury. The club fully funded his surgery in South Africa.

Undeterred, his passion for the game and love for the club saw him take on a new role behind the scenes.

He was reassigned to Auroras FC, the club’s youth team, where he served diligently as an Assistant Welfare Manager. Beyond his welfare duties, Kodie was actively involved in supporting the technical team, often lending his football knowledge and tactical insights to the development of young players.

His promotion to the senior team is a testament to his unwavering commitment, discipline, and deep understanding of the club’s values. As he steps into his new role with the senior side, Daniel Kodie will be expected to bring the same energy and dedication that have characterized his journey so far.

Hearts of Oak fans will no doubt welcome this move, as it reflects the club’s commitment to building from within and rewarding loyalty and hard work.

Kodie’s presence in the senior team setup promises to strengthen the support system around the players for the coming season.”

The midfielder has been out of action for three years after suffering a career-threatening injury during the Normalization Committee’s Special Competition in 2019.

In May 2021, he underwent surgery at the Netcare Linksfield Hospital in South Africa.

Kodie, despite an attempt to get back to full fitness, couldn’t get his career back and was forced to retire prematurely.

After working with the club’s youth team for some time, the former Liberty Professional player will now work alongside Didi Dramani and his newly formed technical team.