Former Black Stars head coach James Kwasi Appiah Kwasi Appiah appears to avoid giving a clear response about returning as Black Stars coach despite currently being under contract with Sudan.

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However, his answer to a question about his possible return to the Black Stars suggested a potential comeback.

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Appiah, who has managed the Black Stars in two separate periods (2012–2014 and 2017–2020), expressed openness to a comeback.

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The 64-year-old's name has recently surfaced in discussions as the Ghana Football Association (GFA) considers options for the team, especially as the Black Stars have struggled in recent times.

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Many see Appiah as a strong candidate to replace Otto Addo if a change in leadership becomes necessary.

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"You have to be professional. Whether you would do it or not, you have to keep it in mind because you never know what will happen," Appiah said during an interview on Asempa FM on December 11, 2024, when quizzed about coming back for a third time.

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"At the moment, I have a contract with Sudan, and I am working with them. As a professional, you don't jump to conclusions because you never know what the future holds."

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Since leaving the Black Stars coaching job, Appiah has worked at Kenpong Football Academy before accepting the head coach role at Sudan, going the latter to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and beating Ghana en route to reaching that feat.

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