Despite an early setback in his national team journey, Viktoria Plzeň forward Prince Kwabena Adu remains determined to earn a place in the Black Stars.
The 21-year-old, who is preparing for a crucial Europa League clash against Italian side Lazio, believes his performances in European football will soon secure him another opportunity with the national team.
In an interview with Flashscore, Adu reflected on his brief experience with the Black Stars four years ago.
“In 2020, I was called to the Black Stars and joined the camp as a late call-up. Later, I had to leave because the coach explained that the player I was replacing had decided to honor the call-up. I was told to go back, and if another slot opened up, they would call me again,” he recounted.
Rather than feeling discouraged, Adu took pride in the experience.
“I was still proud because I was selected out of so many players to represent the country. It was a good step for me, and if I get another call-up in the future, I will be ready. I am working hard for that,” he added.
Adu also missed out on the 2021 U20 Africa Cup of Nations after sustaining an injury in his final Ghana Premier League match before departing for the tournament with the Black Satellites.
While playing for Bechem United against Berekum Chelsea, he landed awkwardly while contesting an aerial ball. What initially seemed like a minor injury turned out to be serious, forcing him to miss the competition in Mauritania.
Since then, the former Bechem United striker has rebuilt his career and is currently thriving at Plzeň, where he has scored 10 goals this season.