Hearts of Oak are closing in on Ashanti Gold duo Malik Akowuah and John Ashong, MTNfootball.com understands.
The two playersà have beenà onà wish listà of the 2000 African Champions after impressing for the Miners last season.
Sources say Hearts have contacted officials of the Obuasi-based side to enquire about the availability of defender Ashong andà midfielderà Akowuah.
Theà Phobiansà are expected to agree a fee for the two players next week.
Hearts are desirous to end a three-year trophy drought by bringing in quality and experienced players this season.
The clubà have madeà available US$ 2.5m to sign new players.
Source: MTNfootball.com