As Ghana prepares for crucial Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Angola and Niger, the Black Stars face a significant setback with eight players withdrawing from the squad due to injuries and personal circumstances.
Forward Inaki Williams is among those missing, sidelined by a hamstring injury since November 7 and unable to participate in training.
Tariq Lamptey is also out, grappling with ongoing calf issues that flared up last week and require continued rehabilitation with his club.
Jonas Adjetey, who was nearing full fitness, encountered a setback in his last league match on November 9, making him unavailable for selection.
Jerome Opoku is suffering from chronic back pain, worsened during a Super Lig match against Besiktas on November 10, and is currently receiving medical attention from his club.
Antoine Semenyo is dealing with a patella tendon injury linked to a hectic match schedule, and his club has recommended he consult a tendon specialist to avoid further complications.
Alexander Djiku has aggravated a hamstring problem, which led to his early substitution in his recent match on November 10.
Ibrahim Osman also joins the injury list with a hamstring issue that forced him to leave the field at halftime during his latest game.
Additionally, Joseph Paintsil has withdrawn for personal reasons.
These unforeseen absences present a considerable challenge for Coach Otto Addo as he strategizes for the qualifiers, with the team aiming to secure vital points and boost their chances of qualifying for Morocco 2025.
