Asante Kotoko have officially released Head Coach Eric Tinkler from his contract for personal reasons prior to his move to Durban City FC.

Ghana Premier League club Asante Kotoko have officially announced that Head Coach Eric Tinkler has been released from his contract effective immediately for personal reasons, prior to joining Durban City FC.

The announcement was officially made by Asante Kotoko, confirming the immediate release of Head Coach Eric Tinkler from his existing contract. The move brings an end to his role with the Ghana Premier League side as he heads to Durban City FC.

Information published on 2026-09-28 by idiskitimes.co.za and modernghana.com confirmed the details of the managerial move. Reports from idiskitimes.co.za and modernghana.com highlighted that Asante Kotoko formally released Eric Tinkler from his contractual commitments with immediate effect, citing personal reasons for the decision ahead of his switch to Durban City FC.

The type of move is formally designated as a release by Asante Kotoko, with no transfer fee or contract length reported in the official information. Asante Kotoko announced the departure directly, completing the formal process required before Eric Tinkler joins Durban City FC.

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modernghana.com idiskitimes.co.za

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