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The forward originally left Kotoko in 2021 after an impressive run of six goals in 16 Ghana Premier League matches to join USM Alger.<\/p>\n<p> However, he struggled for consistent game time and later moved to Olympique Khouribga in Morocco, where injuries and the club\u2019s relegation hindered his progress.<\/p>\n<p>Now back at Kotoko, Poku\u2019s arrival signals heightened competition for Amoah, who has been a standout performer since signing from Great Olympics during the summer transfer window.<\/p>\n<p>However, Amoah welcomes the challenge, focusing on the collective success of the team.  \u201cI am not afraid of competition. <\/p>\n<p>I do not fear his (Kwame Poku\u2019s) arrival. At the end of the day, it is the team that benefits. If I do not score, he can score<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Asante Kotoko striker Albert Amoah remains confident about his place in the team despite the return of former fan favorite Kwame Poku. 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