English Championship side Leicester City have according to reports turned down a last-minute invitation from the Ghanaian national team for youngster Abdul Fatawu Issahaku to join the Black Stars for Central African Republic game.
The reports suggest the teen sensation was given a late chance to join the Black Stars team for the upcoming 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Central African Republic on Thursday at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi.
Issahaku recently joined Leicester City on loan from Sporting Lisbon and made a notable impression during his debut over the weekend. Despite his promising start, Leicester City have chosen to retain him during the international window, opting to have him train with the available players at the club.
Going into the game, Ghana knows a draw would be sufficient to secure qualification for the tournament in Ivory Coast. Following this crucial match.
The 19-year-old has scored one goal in 14 matches for the Black Stars since his debut in 2021.
Issahaku was also included in the squad for the 2022 World Cup and made a brief appearance in the last game against Uruguay.
