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Thomas Partey to lead Ghana at the World Cup after being named in the Black Stars' 26-man squad... with Mohammed Salisu and Tariq Lamptey among the other Premier League stars picked for the tournament in Qatar

Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey is set to lead Ghana at the World Cup after he was selected in the country's 26-man squad for the tournament in Qatar.

Partey is the headline name in the Black Stars side, which also includes Southampton defender Mohammed Salisu, Brighton full-back Tariq Lamptey - following his switch of allegiance from England - and Daniel Amartey of Leicester.

Ajax star Mohammed Kudus, who has impressed with his performances in Holland so far this season, and Athletic Bilbao striker Inaki Williams - whose brother Nico has been picked for Spain - are also in the squad announced by manager Otto Addo on Monday.