Ghanaian winger Christian Atsu has backed Asamoah Gyan’s desire to return to the Black Stars for the World Cup in Qatar in 2022.
Gyan, now 36, is aiming to return to the senior national team after being sidelined for three years.
He hasn’t been called up since playing against Tunisia at the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt.
In addition, Gyan has been plagued by injuries and has not played in a competitive match since May 5, 2021.
However, Gyan, who has 51 goals for the Black Stars, including six in the World Cup, is hopeful of being included in the squad.
“Talent wise, everything is there already, so I just have to prepare physically,” he told the BBC World Service.
“The World Cup is every footballer’s dream. I think I’ve got a bit of energy left in me to prove myself once again.
“I’ve been out for almost two years now due to injuries but I just need to get my body back in shape. It’s an eight-week programme and according to my physical instructor, I’m improving faster than he thought.
“Then I must see how my body reacts to playing competitive football.”
Atsu, who now plays in Saudi Arabia, tweeted in support of the legendary striker.
He wrote: “Honour Asamoah Gyan with his last wish.”
Atsu and Gyan were Black Stars teammates at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.
Source: 3news.com|Ghana