New Asante Kotoko signing Kwame Poku has revealed how tough it was for him to leave the Porcupine Warriors in 2021.<\/p>\n Poku departed from Asante Kotoko for USM Alger in 2021 after a stellar 2020\/21 season, during which he scored nine goals.<\/p>\n However, a lack of game appearances coupled with injuries kept him out of USM Alger\u2019s squad, prompting his return to the club where he made a name for himself.<\/p>\n According to the striker, leaving Asante Kotoko was a difficult decision. <\/p>\n In his first interview with Kotoko\u2019s media team since his return, Poku shared how emotional the experience was.<\/p>\n “Leaving Kotoko was a hard decision for me. The morning before my departure, I felt bad about leaving a great club like Kotoko,” he said.<\/p>\n Although he has yet to fully hit his stride, Poku is determined to help Asante Kotoko achieve success. <\/p>\n His inability to win a trophy during his first stint with the club has motivated him to aim for glory this time around.<\/p>\n “I have to help the team as a whole to achieve its goals\u2014win trophies and compete on the continent. I couldn\u2019t win any trophy in my first stint, but I believe this time I have a lot to offer,” he added.<\/p>\n Poku was re-signed by Asante Kotoko on a free transfer on Wednesday, December 11, 2024. <\/p>\n He inked a two-and-a-half-year deal that runs until mid-2027. <\/p>\n He was officially unveiled before Asante Kotoko\u2019s victory over Hearts of Oak on Sunday, December 15, 2024.<\/p>\n Watch the latest edition of Sports Debate below: <\/b><\/p>\n![\"Kotoko](\"https:\/\/cdn.ghanaweb.com\/imagelib\/pics\/147\/14769258.295.jpg\" "\\"Kotoko")
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