EXCLUSIVE: Mohammed Kudus opts out of Ghana squad for AFCON qualifiers
Mohammed Kudus has opted out of Ghana’s upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Côte d’Ivoire and The Gambia, despite being named in Carlos Queiroz’s 24-man Black Stars squad.
Mohammed Kudus has decided to withdraw from Ghana’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, preferring to prioritize his recovery at Tottenham Hotspur. According to sources, the 26-year-old aims to regain optimal physical condition and form before resuming international play. This decision emerged shortly after Kudus returned to Premier League football following a lengthy injury absence.
He made a half-time impact in Tottenham's 3-2 loss to Aston Villa, setting up Conor Gallagher's opening goal. Kudus had been sidelined for seven months after a severe quad injury in January, with Tottenham acknowledging a setback in his recovery. Despite setbacks, he returned to competitive action in April, and his last match for Ghana was a crucial World Cup qualifying win over Comoros on October 12, 2025.
Ghana’s upcoming qualifiers include matches against Côte d’Ivoire and The Gambia, with their next friendly scheduled for Morocco on October 4. Kudus' absence will delay his return to the Black Stars, as he continues his rehabilitation with Tottenham.
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