Injured Joseph Aidoo to miss 2023 Africa Cup of Nations

Ghana defender Joseph Aidoo is set to miss the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations tournament in Cote d’Ivoire due to a significant injury sustained during a friendly match against Mexico.

Aidoo suffered a ruptured Achilles tendon while representing the Black Stars in Charlotte, USA.

Celta Vigo has officially confirmed his absence from the football scene for the next six to seven months, which automatically rules him out of the Africa Cup of Nations.

Celta’s medical team conducted a thorough assessment and performed an operation to address Aidoo’s injury.

The surgery involved reconstructing the Achilles tendon with reinforced sutures and the application of growth factors.

The club expressed its support and encouragement for Aidoo’s recovery.

In an official statement, Celta Medical Services’ head, Juan José García Cota, revealed the details of the operation to address Aidoo’s injury.

“The head of RC Celta’s medical services, Juan José García Cota, operated this morning on center back Joseph Aidoo, who suffered a ruptured Achilles tendon in a match played with his national team last Saturday.

“The intervention, which passed without complications and took place early in the morning at the Fremap Hospital in Vigo, consisted of the reconstruction of the tendon with reinforced suture and the application of growth factors.

“The light blue defender will remain out for a minimum of 6-7 months. The club reiterates its message of encouragement and support for Aidoo, whom it wishes a full recovery,” the club announced on Thursday.

This unfortunate news is a setback for both Celta Vigo and the Ghana national team, as Aidoo will miss the opportunity to participate in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations and the 2026 World Cup qualifying matches against Madagascar and Comoros next month.