Hearts of Oak public relations officer Kwame Opare Addo has blamed player representatives for the club's troubles in extending expiring contracts.
The Phobians' management has come under fire following the exit of five first-team players last week.
According to a club publication, the quintet refused contract extensions.
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“In fact, football agents are not helping the game at all. Everyone knows there is something good abroad for players but playing in Ghana," Addo told Atinka FM.
“Agents influence players not to extend their deals with the club which Hearts of Oak is a victim.