Kotoko’s Richmond Lamptey named in Black Stars’ 2023 AFCON provisional squad

Five local players find themselves among the 55 names in head coach Chris Hughton’s provisional squad for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) with the Ghana national team.

The five local players are Asante Kotoko midfielder Richmond Lamptey, Heart of Oak’s Ibrahim Salifu and Medeama players Jonathan Sowah, Fataw Abdul Hamidu, and goalkeeper Felix Kyei.

The inclusion of Lamptey is not surprising as there has been pressure from the media and fans for him to be called to the senior National Team.

Ghana coach Chris Hughton has up to January 3 to name his final 27-man for the 2023 AFCON.

The tournament is scheduled to kick off on Saturday, January 13.

The Black Stars are drawn into Group B, where they will compete against Cape Verde, Egypt, and Mozambique.