Black Stars defender Baba Rahman has spoken candidly about the challenges facing the Ghana Premier League (GPL), stressing that the league’s problems are not rooted in a lack of quality players but in deeper structural issues.

In a recent interview, the experienced left-back, who currently plies his trade in Europe, highlighted the glaring gap between the talent on the pitch and the performance of Ghanaian clubs on the continental stage.

“The challenges in our league aren’t due to a lack of talent; there are genuinely good players competing,” Baba Rahman said. “But when it comes to continental competitions, we often fall short.”

According to the former Chelsea and PAOK defender, the solution lies in addressing the foundational problems that have long plagued the domestic game.

“The real problem lies in planning and organisation,” he stressed. “Improving these areas is crucial to attracting fans and helping our clubs perform better.”

Rahman’s remarks come at a time when Ghanaian clubs continue to struggle for consistency and impact in CAF interclub tournaments, often falling behind better-structured sides from North and Southern Africa. Despite the league’s rich history and reputation as a breeding ground for top talent, poor infrastructure, unstable management, and limited investment continue to hamper its growth.

The 29-year-old believes that with the right systems in place, the Ghana Premier League can rise again and become a hub of competitive football capable of drawing crowds and producing elite teams.

“If we really want to see progress, stakeholders must prioritise long-term planning. Good organisation brings stability, and with that, the talent we already have can flourish,” he added.

Baba Rahman’s comments are a rallying cry for reform, echoing the sentiments of many fans and former players who believe the time has come for Ghanaian football to match its potential with proper structure and ambition.