Abdul Fatawu’s absence from Ghana’s Africa Cup of Nations squad is a huge win for Leicester City as they will have their in-form winger available for the next five weeks. Despite initial concerns that he would be called up to represent his nation, he was left out of the final 27-man squad, giving him the opportunity to continue playing for the club.
Fatawu, who was part of Ghana’s World Cup squad last winter, had been included in the preliminary squad but ultimately did not make the cut. There are even rumors that he may have chosen to stay with City, prioritizing his club career over international duty. His decision is a welcome development for the team, as the 19-year-old has been a standout player since arriving on loan from Sporting Lisbon, contributing to nine goals and assists this season.
While Fatawu’s availability is a boost for City, they are still missing several key players as compared to their promotion rivals. With just two senior players on international duty among their competitors, the absence of Fatawu’s teammates at international tournaments could pose a challenge for the squad.
