Brighton and Hove Albion defender Tariq Lamptey has linked up with the Black Stars in Marrakech, Morocco, ahead of their international friendlies against Nigeria and Uganda.

This marks Lamptey's return to the national team after his last appearance at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.

Lamptey's absence from the squad has been due to recurring injuries, which have sidelined him from international duty since the 3-2 win over South Korea during the World Cup.

His return is seen as a significant boost for the Black Stars, especially as they prepare for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers in June under new coach Otto Addo.

Although Lamptey missed out on the Africa Cup of Nations due to his injuries, his comeback is timely for the national team's preparations.

Expected to feature in the upcoming matches against Nigeria and Uganda, Lamptey's presence adds depth to the squad as they aim to bounce back from a disappointing AFCON campaign by securing victories against their rivals, Nigeria.