Jeffrey Schlupp returns to Black Stars after a four-year absence

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CK Akonnor has released his squad for the friendly against Mali and included Crystal Palace defender, Jeffrey Schlupp who has not featured for the side in the last four years.

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Schlupp made his debut for the Black Stars in 2011 and grabbed his first goal against Mauritius in June 2015. He has racked up a total of 15 appearances for the national team in a space of five years,

The former Leicester City player has been unfortunate with tournaments as he is yet to feature in major tournaments for the Black Stars.

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The recent callup will give him the platform to show Akonnor that he can be relied on for the qualifiers and possibly the AFCON and World Cup proper.