Egypt U-20 national team striker Salah Basha (Photo: Al-Ahram)
“Basha has left the national team training camp due to injury,” the EFA said in a statement without disclosing further details.
Egypt is due to host the Africa U-20 Cup of Nations from 19 February to 11 March.
The 20-year-old Basha, who currently plays for Italian Serie C club Giugliano, announced via instagram that he is suffering from a muscular injury, wishing the best of luck for the Young Pharaohs at the African Cup.
Egypt's U-20 national team was held to a 1-1 draw against Uganda on Monday amid final preparations for the continental tournament.
Four-time African champions Egypt were drawn in Group A alongside Mozambique, Nigeria and Senegal.
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