Kevin Prince Boateng set to retire from football at the end of season

Former Black Stars player, Kevin-Prince Boateng is set to retire from professional football at the end of the 2022-23 season.

After his retirement, Boateng is expected to take up a role as a member technical team of his current club, Hertha Berlin BSC.

Despite receiving offers from numerous clubs in Arab countries and America, the former AC Milan standout has chosen to step away from the game to focus on his coaching career.

Boateng made his mark on the international stage by representing Ghana in two FIFA World Cup tournaments.

In the 2010 World Cup held in South Africa, Boateng played a crucial role as Ghana reached the quarter-finals.

One of his memorable moments was when he scored a goal in the round of 16 match against the United States of America, helping Ghana secure a 2-1 victory and progress to the last eight.

However, his journey ended in disappointment as they were eliminated by Uruguay in a penalty shootout.

Boateng also featured in the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, representing Ghana under Coach Kwesi Appiah. Unfortunately, Ghana finished last in their group, which included the United States, Germany, and Portugal.

Throughout his illustrious career, Boateng has played for several renowned clubs, including Fiorentina, Borussia Dortmund, Genoa, Portsmouth, Besiktas, Schalke 04, and FC Barcelona, among others.

As he hangs up his boots, Boateng will embark on a new chapter in his football journey, contributing his knowledge and expertise to the coaching staff of Bertha Berlin BSC.