I had a long talk with Andre and gave him the reason why he is not in the squad - Otto Addo
Black Stars Squad Announcement: Andre Ayew Left Out Following Conversation with Coach Otto Addo Accra, Ghana - In a surprising development, Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has announced that Andre Ayew, one of the team's most seasoned players, has been left out of the squad for the upcoming international fixtures. Addo revealed he had a lengthy discussion with Ayew to explain the rationale behind this decision. "I had a long talk with Andre and gave him the reason why he is not in the squad," Addo stated during a press conference. "I talk to players directly; I don't like to put information out about what we spoke about. This is the decision we took, and it's not like he necessarily agreed, but I still have big respect for him." The decision to exclude Ayew, who has been a mainstay in the national team for over a decade, has sent shockwaves through the football community. Known for his leadership and experience, Ayew's omission raises questions abou