Hearts deny Asare’s transfer fee claims

Accra Hearts of Oak has officially dismissed circulating reports that it has assigned a transfer valuation to goalkeeper Benjamin Asare, following his notable performances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The club issued a statement clarifying that these media and social media publications are false and lack any basis in official communication.

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Hearts of Oak has not placed any valuation on Benjamin Asare and has not authorised any individual or media outlet to communicate any transfer value on behalf of the club.

"Hearts of Oak has not placed any valuation on Benjamin Asare and has not authorised any individual or media outlet to communicate any transfer value on behalf of the club," the statement read. This denial comes amidst significant speculation about the goalkeeper's future, fueled by his international performances which have reportedly attracted considerable attention.

While the club has firmly denied setting a specific transfer fee, it affirmed its openness to receiving and considering offers. Hearts of Oak emphasized that any potential deal must serve the best interests of both the player and the club. The club also urged the media, supporters, and stakeholders to disregard unverified reports and to confirm information through official club channels before publication.

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Any figures currently circulating are speculative.

The Ghanaian club congratulated Asare on his World Cup achievements, describing his success as a source of pride. Hearts of Oak reiterated its commitment to supporting the goalkeeper's continued development while maintaining the integrity of its operational procedures. The club stressed that any figures currently being discussed are purely speculative.

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The club said it remained committed to supporting Asare’s continued development while safeguarding the integrity of its operations.