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Afcon: Coach Kwesi Appiah has final say on Black Stars squad, says Nii Lamptey

Former Ghana international Nii Odartey Lamptey says the ultimate decision regarding Ghana's possible selection of Sulley Muntari and Kevin-Prince Boateng for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt should be left with coach James Kwesi Appiah.

Barcelona forward Boateng, 32, and 34-year-old Muntari, who currently plays for Spanish second tier side Albacete Balompie, have both expressed an interest in joining the Black Stars for the continental gathering after a five-year absence.

The have been away from national duty since being sent home from camp during the 2014 Fifa World Cup in Brazil.