Former Hearts of Oak midfielder and Ghanaian international Sulley Muntari has criticized the current state of the Ghana Premier League (GPL), describing it as a “big hole where they are dumping money” with “no future” for the local game.
Muntari, who returned to Ghanaian football for a brief stint with Hearts of Oak after a decorated 21-year career in European football, shared his frustrations about the league’s stagnation and lack of progress.
“I enjoyed it. Hearts fans and the president were amazing,” Muntari admitted. “But the league is a big hole where they are dumping money. There is no future for the local league. I am hoping I can get some funds and really help them. It’s a mess. When I was there, it was a mess. Maybe now it is worse. If we don’t help these guys, we won’t get the top players.”
Muntari’s remarks highlight the dire challenges facing the GPL, including poor infrastructure and inadequate resources. The former Champions League winner also pointed to the substandard conditions players face regularly.
“The changing rooms smell. That respect is not there. I didn’t even want my laundry done. I would take it home. When you get into changing rooms, they smell bad. It is not just one team. Everybody,” he said.
His scathing assessment echoes growing concerns about the need for improved management, better facilities, and increased investment to restore the GPL’s reputation and competitiveness on the global stage. Without immediate action, Muntari fears Ghana may lose its ability to develop and nurture top football talent.
