By Emmanuel Bamfo 
Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo has set the record straight regarding his decision to pull out of the Black Stars squad. The inform star explained his medical condition directly to the Ghana Football Association (GFA) hierarchy before the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
Semenyo told GFA officials that he is currently managing a foot and ankle injury sustained prior to the international break. Sports journalist Michael Oti Adjei revealed details of the direct communication between the winger and national team management.
Willingness to Fly Down for Independent Assessment
To prove his commitment and clear any doubts, Semenyo offered to fly down to Ghana immediately. He expressed total readiness to present himself for a full physical checkup by the Black Stars medical team.
His transparent gesture convinced the GFA that he was not giving excuses. The football authority accepted his explanation and granted him full permission to remain at his club for recovery.
Questions over Club Form and Match Fitness
Football fans across the country expressed surprise when news broke about his injury. Many wondered how Semenyo could play 90 minutes and score twice for Manchester City against Sunderland just days earlier.
Reports clarify that Semenyo played through discomfort to help his club before reporting the persistent swelling to GFA doctors. His proactive approach helped avoid long friction between his club side and the national team setup.
Heavy Blow for Head Coach Carlos Queiroz
Semenyo’s absence comes as a massive operational headache for newly appointed Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz. Ghana faces Côte d’Ivoire in Bouaké before welcoming The Gambia to Accra for crucial qualifier matches.
With other senior players like Mohammed Kudus also sidelined, Queiroz must reshuffle his tactical lineup quickly. Ghanaian fans hope the forward makes a speedy recovery to return stronger for future international assignments.
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Source: Ghana News Page