Prior to the Pharoahs’ preparations towards the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2017, Ekrammy got injured and that forced the medical team of the seven-time Africa champions to sidelined him for a week.

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The North African giants injury woes got deepen last Tuesday when El Shenawi limped off 25 minutes into their group opener against Mali and he was replaced by 44 year-old shot stopper Essam El Hadaary.

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But Hector Cuper’s side would have something to smile for, after El Ekrammmy made a return to the team’s training ground on Wednesday.

Egypt are chasing their eighth continental glory since after failing to qualify for the last three editions.