Asante Kotoko have given coach Seydou Zerbo a two-week break following the death of his 10-year-old son, Mamadou Zerbo.
On March 8, 2023, the club made the announcement via their social media accounts.
According to a club statement released earlier, the boy died on Tuesday after battling complications following heart surgery.
Until the Burkinabe trainer returns, assistant coach Orlando Wellington will take over.
“Asante Kotoko management has granted Coach Seydou Zerbo a two-weeks off-duty after losing his son Zerbo Faical Mamadou on Tuesday evening in Burkina Faso.
“The Head Coach will head to Burkina Faso today from the Kotoka International Airport.
“10-year-old Mamadou lost his life due to complications after a Heart surgery.
“Coach Zerbo will miss our away game to Samatex FC later this month.
“Assistant Coach Wellington will be in charge in the absence of the Head Coach.
“We entreat our fans to remember our coach and his in prayers in this difficult period,” said the club via a statement on the official website.
Kotoko will play their next Premier League match against city rivals King Faisal on Sunday, March 12, 2023.
