Pitso Mosimane adresses Ghana, Libya links as he maps out future

Former Mamelodi Sundowns and Al Ahly tactician Pitso Mosimane has broken his silence regarding the swirling rumours linking him to the Ghana and Libya national team posts, clarifying his stance on what his next “project” must look like.

While Ghana ultimately appointed Carlos Queiroz to lead the Black Stars, Mosimane revealed that while there was an initial inquiry from the Ghana FA, the interest never materialised into a formal offer. Speaking to Robert Marawa on MSW, “Jingles” explained that a casual phone call doesn’t equate to a serious pursuit.

PITSO MOSIMANE HAS NO INTEREST IN BEING A ‘TOURNAMENT SPECIALIST’

Mosimane was candid about his reluctance to take on short-term roles, specifically referencing the allure of a World Cup campaign. For the 61-year-old, a two-month stint is less appealing than building a sustainable football program.

“I guess there was a little bit of talk; when I asked the office, they said there was talk,” Mosimane told Marawa. “But there were never concrete talks. Concrete is when the letter comes to say we would like to have you, and can we have a conversation over this.”

He further questioned the value of a brief World Cup appearance: “Do I really want to go to [the World Cup] for two months—three games? Maybe I don’t want that. Maybe Carlos [Queiroz] said, ‘Why not? Let me go have fun.'”

THE LIBYA CONNECTION AND THE ‘ADVENTURE’ FACTOR

Beyond Ghana, Mosimane’s name has been heavily linked with various North African vacancies, including the Libya national team. However, the veteran coach admits he is weighing these options against the recent experiences of fellow South African coaches in the region.

“There’s always talks—talks in Algeria, Egypt, and Tunisia,” Mosimane added. “Some are talking to us about the Libya national team. But do I really want to go there? I don’t know.”

Mosimane hinted that the recent “stories” involving Rulani Mokwena and former TS Galaxy coach Sead Ramović in North Africa have made him more cautious about his next move.

“I’m 61. Sometimes I don’t need adventure; sometimes I just want proper things and the right stuff. There are also talks in the UAE—trust me, there are always talks.”

LOOKING AHEAD

While the UAE remains a potential destination, it is clear that Mosimane is prioritising stability and “proper” structures over the chaotic nature of North African football politics. For one of Africa’s most decorated coaches, the next chapter isn’t about finding a job—it’s about finding the right legacy.