Issahaku out from injury, Otto Addo awaits return

Leicester City manager Steve Cooper has confirmed that winger Abdul Fatawu Issahaku will miss the upcoming match against Ipswich at Portman Road due to a groin injury.

Issahaku, who also missed Leicester’s recent 5-2 Carabao Cup loss to Manchester United, is not expected to recover in time for the Premier League clash.

Reflecting on the setback, Cooper acknowledged the challenges but expressed optimism, saying, “Despite the frustration, we’ve used it as motivation for the next game.” He highlighted the need to adapt strategies, especially with injuries affecting lineup choices. “Abdul wasn’t available due to a groin issue,” Cooper noted. “We may take a different approach this weekend.”

Issahaku has played nine Premier League games this season, contributing two assists, and aims to make a stronger impact when fully fit.

Otto Addo is set to name his squad to face Niger in the second leg of the African Cup of Nations qualifiers in Accra and Issahaku. Services will be needed by the coach having featured in the game against Sudan before the second leg in Libya.

The Black Stars coach will be hoping the winger recovers before the international break.