We’re not paying Black Stars coach Carlos Queiroz $100,000 – Kofi Adams

The Minister of Sports and Recreation Kofi Iddie Adams has dismissed reports that newly appointed Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz will earn a monthly salary of $100,000. 

Speculation had suggested the Ghana Football Association agreed to that figure for the Portuguese trainer, but the Minister insists the amount falls below that mark. He indicated that the exact salary will be made public once contractual details are fully concluded. 

Speaking on Asempa FM, the Minister explained that urgency played a key role in the appointment, given the proximity of the FIFA World Cup. 

“We needed a coach who is ready to take the team because we know the World Cup is just around the corner. Whether local or foreign, the coach must be ready,” he said. 

He added that the agreement in principle is for a short-term deal tied to the tournament. 

“The condition we agreed was that we were going for a short-term contract, maximum four months, for the period of the World Cup, but performance will determine any further agreement.” 

Addressing the salary again, he maintained that the reported figure is inaccurate. 

“We are not paying him $100,000. We are not paying him up to that amount at all,” he stressed, noting that discussions are still ongoing and the final terms have not yet been signed off. 

Queiroz was officially unveiled last week after arriving in Ghana on Wednesday, April 22. The Portuguese manager recently monitored the Black Galaxies in camp as he looks to call-up a few local-based players to join the team for upcoming friendlies against Mexico and Wales.

He is currently embarking on an European tour to engage players abroad.