NEWCASTLE could be without star strikers Demba Ba and Papiss Cisse for the start of next season with the duo set to be named in Senegal's Olympic squad.
The African nation were today drawn in Great Brtain’s group
for London 2012 after last night's play-off win over Oman.
And Senegal Football Association president Augustin Senghor said: “If we can
strengthen our young team with famous players from great championships like
the Premier League, we should.
“We need top scorers like Papiss Cisse. If you leave players like that at home, it is a big mistake.”
Neither Cisse nor Ba have been contacted yet, but Senghor added: “If we call them, they will come.
“It is a privilege to participate in the Olympic Games. There are many great players who regret not playing in the Olympics.
“They are patriotic guys. They will come if we ask.
“Also, it will be a very good thing for them to play against their colleagues in England.
“It will create a lot of focus around the game and the stadium will be full.”
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