The Africa Cup of Nations kicks off next month with players from all over the world jetting to Cameroon to represent their country.
Manchester United will see Eric Bailly travel with Ivory Coast as they eye their third triumph in the competition. Although it was elation for the Ivorian defender, it was disappointment for Amad who missed out on the squad.
In the build-up to the tournament, there have been reports of a possible cancellation as COVID threatens to boil over once more.
The European Club Association (ECA) previously wrote to the Confederation of African Football (CAF) informing them there is 'no intention' to release African players for the four-week period.
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