Abu Francis is set to be discharged from a Japan hospital this weekend following successful surgery, with Ghana Football Association Communications Director Henry Asante Twum confirming that the midfielder’s condition has improved significantly.
The encouraging update comes as Francis continues to recover from the serious injury he sustained during last week’s international friendly against Japan.
Francis underwent the operation at Toyota Memorial Hospital after fracturing two bones in an awkward twist while attempting to block a shot early in the second half.
The GFA stated that the procedure was completed without complications, and the player immediately began the acute phase of his rehabilitation under close medical supervision.
Providing a detailed update, Asante Twum said: “Francis Abu’s condition has significantly improved. As anticipated, the surgery yielded excellent results, and the player’s spirits are high. The initial rehabilitation is proceeding as planned, and he is expected to be discharged this weekend.“
Francis was stretchered off during the match as teammates showed concern over the severity of the injury. A GFA official is expected to accompany him back to France after discharge.
The midfielder, who joined Toulouse from Cercle Brugge earlier this year, had earned a recall for the November friendlies after missing Ghana’s World Cup qualifiers in September and October.