Auxerre defender Marvin Senaya is in line to make his long-awaited Black Stars debut after recovering from the injury he suffered during Ghana's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign.
The 25-year-old right-back has been named in Ghana's squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against Somalia, returning to international duty after spending more than four months on the sidelines.
Senaya last featured for the Black Stars during Ghana's Round of 32 defeat to Colombia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where he sustained a hamstring injury that brought his tournament to a premature end.
The setback required surgery in Paris, after which the France-born defender embarked on an intensive rehabilitation programme aimed at restoring his full fitness.
Following months of recovery, Senaya finally returned to competitive action on November 1, making a substitute appearance for French Ligue 1 side Auxerre against Strasbourg.
His comeback ended a 121-day injury absence, providing a significant boost for both club and country ahead of Ghana's crucial AFCON qualifying fixtures.
Having now regained match fitness, Senaya will be hoping to earn his first senior appearance for the Black Stars after receiving another opportunity from the technical team.
His return gives Ghana additional strength and depth at right-back, with his defensive qualities and experience expected to provide valuable competition as the Black Stars seek maximum points from their two matches against Somalia.
Ghana will host Somalia at the Essipong Sports Stadium in Sekondi on November 12, before the two sides meet again at the same venue on November 16 in another crucial qualifier.
With his injury troubles now behind him, Senaya will be eager to make an immediate impact and help the Black Stars strengthen their bid to qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
