Renowned football administrator Abdul Salam Yakubu has urged the handlers of the Black Stars to recall Andre Ayew ahead of the upcoming World Cup qualifiers.

Ayew, who has been absent from the Black Stars since the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), was left out following Otto Addo’s reappointment as head coach in March 2024.

However, the experienced forward has been in impressive form for Le Havre in the French Ligue 1 this season.

The 34-year-old has netted four goals in 17 appearances, proving his continued relevance at the top level.

With Ghana set to regroup later this month for crucial 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar, the New Edubiase United owner believes Ayew’s experience and leadership would be invaluable to the squad.

“I believe Andre Ayew must be given a chance at the Black Stars again,” he told Asempa FM’s Ultimate Sports Show.

“We all know Ayew’s commitment to the Black Stars, and we know if he doesn’t score, he will assist, so I believe Andre Ayew must be given the chance again because we need him,” he added.

Currently second in Group I with nine points, the Black Stars will take on Chad at the Accra Sports Stadium on Friday, March 21, at 19:00 GMT.

They will then travel to Morocco to face Madagascar at the Grand Stade d’Al Hoceima on Monday, March 24.