Mali coach Tom Saintfiet open to future role with Black Stars

Mali head coach Tom Saintfiet has hinted at the possibility of taking charge of Ghana’s Black Stars once his current contract with the Eagles concludes.

The Belgian tactician, who previously managed The Gambia, was linked with the Black Stars job following the dismissal of Chris Hughton after Ghana’s disappointing run at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast.

However, the Ghana Football Association opted to reappoint Otto Addo as Hughton’s successor.

Speaking on Adom TV, Saintfiet emphasized that his immediate focus remains on Mali, but acknowledged that he would be open to the Ghana role in the future.

“Otto Addo has a contract till 2027. My contract ends in August 2026. It could be the next one," he said.

"It doesn’t mean tomorrow, it can be the next year or two. The moment I’m available and my contract with Mali has ended, then I’m interested.

"For now, my focus is on Mali,” Saintfeit said.

While reaffirming his commitment to Mali’s ongoing projects, Saintfiet left the door open for a potential move to the Black Stars down the line.

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