Asante Kotoko head coach Abdul Karim Zito has stated his interest in Heart of Lions midfielder Etse Dogli.

Dogli starred in Lions 3-1 win over Zito's Kotoko in the Ghana Premier League on Saturday.

The holding midfielder is enjoying an impressive first season but attained new heights against Kotoko at the Kpando Stadium.

His performance won many admirers including Karim Zito, who made his intentions known after the match.

"Dogli was fantastic today and we will sign him from your team next season," Zito told Lions coach Bashir Hayford in of a room full of journalists.

Hayford himself took no offense and lavished the midfielder with more praise.

"He has been a very good player ever since we had him and we are polishing him. signing for us. Anytime we give him the opportunity, he delivers and I am not surprised he is part of the local Black Stars."

"You just heard from the Kotoko coach thay he wants to come for him and that is good. All the teams want (to sign) him. When you sign a player from the second division."

Dogli has started 18 league matches since joining from Banana Inn in August 2025.