Dutch trainer Martin Koopman is reportedly on the verge of becoming the head coach of Hearts of Oak as they approach the upcoming season. The recommendation for Koopman’s potential appointment has come from Rene Hiddink, the technical director at Hearts of Oak and a fellow Dutchman.
As the club engages in pre-season preparations, the prospect of Koopman taking the helm has generated significant interest. With Hearts of Oak currently without a permanent coach, Koopman’s potential arrival has sparked enthusiasm and high expectations among the club’s supporters.
Koopman brings with him a rich background, including a successful playing career as a versatile defender and midfielder for notable Dutch clubs like Go Ahead Eagles, FC Twente, and Cambuur Leeuwarden. His transition into coaching has led to substantial experience, with stints coaching national teams such as Maldives and Aruba, as well as club teams like Al-Orouba and RKC Waalwijk.
He has also previously served as head coach at Al-Nasr SC in the United Arab Emirates and worked as an assistant coach at Sparta Rotterdam in his home country.
The management of Hearts of Oak is reportedly aiming to finalize the new coach appointment before the end of August, in preparation for the upcoming season set to commence on September 15. The team’s first challenge will be a challenging encounter against Real Tamale United at the Aliu Mahama Stadium. Koopman’s potential role as head coach brings an air of anticipation and hope as the club readies itself for the new campaign.