Rwandan giants APR FC have entered the race to sign in-form Ghanaian forward Stephen Amankona from Berekum Chelsea.They are joining Denmarks Randers FC and Egyptian outfit Ismaily SC in pursuit of the prolific attacker, according to Footy-Africa.APR made an initial offer of 60,000 on Saturday in an attempt to edge out their competitors. However, the bid was swiftly rejected by Berekum Chelsea, who have placed a firm 87,000 valuation on their star forward. Sources close to the deal indicate that APR intend to return with an improved offer of 85,000, hoping to convince the Ghanaian club to open formal negotiations.Amankona has been in superb form, netting 18 goals in 29 league appearances this season. Since rejoining Berekum Chelsea, he has scored 37 goals in 58 games, making him the Ghana Premier Leagues top scorer for two straight campaigns.The 25-year-old, under contract until January 2026, previously played for Asante Kotoko, scoring seven goals in 15 appearances before returning to Chelsea. He also scored 21 goals in 57 matches during his first spell with the club between 2016 and 2020.Valued at 175,000 by Transfermarkt, Amankona is believed to be ready to test himself outside Ghana after dominating the local scene.
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