Bursaspor deny sacking Tagoe

Turkish club Bursaspor have denied reports that Ghana international Prince Tagoe had been released.

The team said on their official website that the striker, who is currently in camp with the Black Stars ahead of the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations, will return after the continental showpiece and nothing relating to a termination of contract has happened.

“Some media outlets have published the news that we have abrogated the contract of Prince Tagoe. Prince Tagoe is still at our club,” technical director Ertugrul Sa’lam said.

“Prince Tagoe is now with Ghana’s national team camp in preparation for Africa Cup of Nations.”

“Prince Tagoe will participate in the tournament and return at the end.”

Despite the assurances, Bursaspor indicated they would fine the player after he failed to return to duty after the Christmas break.

“On why he did not return, he will face the penalty in accordance with the disciplinary regulations of the club itself,” Sa’lam said.

Tagoe joined the club at the start of the season from German side Hoffenheim after excelling on loan at Serbian giants Partizan Belgrade.