Exclusive: Al Ittihad Plot Move for Ghanaian Midfielder Richmond Lamptey

Libyan giants Al Ittihad SC are closing in on the signing of Ghanaian midfielder Richmond Lamptey from Rwandan champions APR FC, in what could be one of the early headline deals of the transfer window.

Reports indicate that Al Ittihad have made Lamptey a top priority as they strengthen their squad for both domestic and continental campaigns. The 27-year-old still has a year left on his contract with APR FC, but negotiations have progressed swiftly, with the deal expected to be finalized early next week.

Lamptey, who made his name in the Ghana Premier League with Inter Allies and later Asante Kotoko, has continued to impress at APR FC, where his technical ability, vision, and leadership in midfield have made him a key figure. His consistent displays have not gone unnoticed, drawing attention from clubs outside East Africa.

Al Ittihad, one of the most decorated clubs in Libya, see Lamptey as the ideal reinforcement to boost their midfield depth as they aim for dominance in both the Libyan Premier League and the CAF Champions League.

Should the deal go through, Lamptey will become one of the high-profile Ghanaian exports in North African football, adding further weight to his growing reputation on the continent.