CK Akonnor to indicate Black Stars direction with maiden squad today

Ghana coach Charles Akonnor will indicate his squad direction as he readies to name his final squad for the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Sudan on Tuesday.

The quality of players called-up will largely determine his direction since taking full charge of the team.

The former Ghana international is expected to defend his selection to the local media at the plush Accra City Hotel today.

GHANAsoccernet.com understands players who have enjoyed regular playing time both home and abroad will be given a look-in.

It remains to be seen if there will be a clear departure from his former boss Kwesi Appiah who preferred foreign-based players largely.

Young players who are making their mark abroad and those with Ghanaian roots could be considered in his first call-up.

Its also unclear if he will revert to calling-up old foxes or focus on the emerging talents to steer his reign.

Tuesday's announcement will give a clear indication the path the new gaffer want to chart as he takes full charge of the Ghanaian national team for the first time in his coaching career.

There have been mounting pressure to call-up home-based players who have distinguished themselves so far in the league.

Medeama goalkeeper Eric Ofori Antwi has been tipped to make the squad after guiding the Mauve and Yellows to the summit of the Ghana Premier League.

There could also be places for Aduana Stars leading marksman Yahaya Mohammed as well as on loan Asante Kotoko midfielder Justice Blay.