The Ghanaian government has lodged a formal protest against Canada's decision to deny Black Stars midfielder Thomas Partey a temporary residence permit. The denial is reportedly linked to ongoing criminal proceedings in the United Kingdom.
This diplomatic move comes as Ghana prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, with the midfielder's potential participation now in question due to the permit issue. The government asserts that the proceedings in the UK have not yet reached a conclusive stage.