Aboubakar underwent scans today on a left thigh injury suffered in training yesterday, but initial concerns that he might be forced out of the tournament were played down after the examination.

“It is a minor injury not affecting the player’s participation in the competition. As a result, he continues his preparation under the supervision of the medical team, indicating a return very soon to the group,” the Cameroon Football Federation said in a statement.

“The captain of the Indomitable Lions, also the most experienced player in the squad, maintains high spirits and a determined mindset. He is ready to rigorously follow treatment protocols to participate,” it added.

Aboubakar is one of four players in the Cameroon squad for this month’s tournament who was also on the team in 2017 when the Indomitable Lions won the trophy in Gabon.

The 31-year-old with 97 caps has competed at three World Cup finals for Cameroon and three previous Afcon tournaments.

Cameroon still have the option to replace him in their squad before their opening match in Group C against Guinea in Yamoussoukro on Monday if there is no progress in his recovery.