Ghana Premier League heavyweight, Kumasi Asante Kotoko have thrown their support behind midfielder, Richmond Lamptey, who has been handed a 30-month ban by the Ghana Football Association.
Lamptey joined the red lads on a three-year contract from Inter Allies after his side were relegated to the Division one.
The former Inter Allies player was slashed with the ban following his involvement in match manipulation.
The decision takes effect from the 2022/2023 season in the country.
Lamptey was found guilty in the match manipulation verdict announced on Monday, May 16, 2022, with regard AshantiGold SC 7-0 win over Inter Allies of the matchday 34 of the 2020/21 Season.
In a statement, the league leaders say they are with the player in these difficult times.
“The Club supported the Player through the prosecution process and would continue to lend its support to the Player at this time until finality is brought to the matter,” Kumasi Asante Kotoko said.
