Osman Bukari joins BalckStars squad after finalizing move to Austin FC

Osman Bukari has teamed up with the rest of the squad in camp ahead of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Mali and the Central African Republic (CAR).

Bukari was one of twenty-six players that received an invitation for the Black Stars doubleheader against, Mali and the Central African Republic.

OSMAN BUKARI ARRIVAL IN CAMP :

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The 25-year-old sealed a move to MLS outfit, Austin FC for a deal that would see him play for three and half years.

His move saw him miss the first training session on Friday, May 31, 2024, at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium, Accra.

His arrival means only one player, Turkish-based, Alexander Djiku has not reported to camp as he is said to be nursing an injury.

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Bukari enjoyed huge success in Serbia for the past two seasons. During his stint at the club, he was involved in forty-five goal contributions (25G/20A) in 78 appearances helping Red Star to clinch back-to-back Serbian league titles and back-to-back Serbian Cups.

Bukari began his career with Ghanaian club, Accra Lions, AS Trenčín (Slovakia), KAA Gent (Belgium), Nantes (France), and later Red Star Belgrade in Serbia.

His move is pending receipt of  his ITC and P-1 visa.

The Black Stars will continue their preparations today, Saturday, June 1, at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium as they brace themselves for the crunch fixture away to Mali on June 6, 2024.