Former Ghana international Masahudu Alhassan has taken a significant step into coaching after being named head coach of Italian Serie D side Anzio Calcio 1924.
The 33-year-old, who enjoyed a long playing career in Italy, will assume a dual role as player-coach following his move from Atletico Pontinia.
Anzio confirmed the appointment via an official club statement, ending weeks of uncertainty over the team’s technical leadership.
“Alhassan Masahudu is the new head coach of Anzio. The uncertainty surrounding the team’s technical leadership has now been resolved, with Masahudu set to guide the squad through to the end of the season,” the club announced.
The club explained that it opted for continuity by promoting from within, citing Alhassan’s experience and qualifications.
“The club has opted for an internal solution, placing its trust in the former Udinese player of Ghanaian nationality. Already part of the Anzio squad as a quality addition, Masahudu also holds a UEFA coaching licence and will now put his experience at the service of the club in this new role.”
Alhassan brings deep knowledge of Italian football, having featured in Serie A and the lower divisions with Genoa, Udinese, Perugia, Latina and Novara.
This season, he has made six appearances as Anzio sit 14th in Serie D Group G with 23 points.
On the international stage, Alhassan earned eight caps for Ghana between 2011 and 2012, having previously represented the Black Satellites at the 2011 Africa Youth Championship.
He was also part of Ghana’s squad for the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations in Gabon and Equatorial Guinea.
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