Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023 may not see the absence of key players Simon Adingra and Sébastien Haller from the Ivory Coast squad, despite recent injuries. Both players, summoned by coach Jean-Louis Gasset, are displaying positive signs of recovery, and their return to the Elephants group for the competition is on the horizon.
Despite Brighton reporting a 3 to 4-week unavailability for Simon Adingra due to a hamstring injury, Gasset’s decision to include him in the 27-man squad for AFCON 2023 demonstrates unwavering faith in the young winger.
Similarly, Sébastien Haller, nursing a left ankle injury upon his arrival in Abidjan, has also been retained in the squad.
The Ivorian national team’s medical staff has diligently implemented a tailored recovery program for both players since their arrival in the country.
Recent updates indicate that Simon Adingra and Sébastien Haller are making notable progress.
They are currently engaged in supervised gym sessions under the watchful eyes of team doctors.
The most promising development is their imminent return to on-field activities.
Sources close to the Ivorian selection suggest that both players are expected to resume running by the end of the week.
The projected timeline indicates that Adingra and Haller could regain full fitness for the second or third day of the group stage in AFCON 2023.
However, their participation in the opening match against Guinea-Bissau on January 13, 2024, seems unlikely.
The Elephants’ supporters will eagerly await the return of Adingra and Haller, crucial assets to the team’s attacking prowess.
As the duo progresses in their recovery journey, hopes rise for their impactful presence in the latter stages of the continental competition.
