The coach, Aliou Cisse, confirmed that the prolific scorer is in his squad for the global showpiece that will be staged in Qatar.

Cisse expressed hope that the Bayern Munich strikers’ condition would improve within a few weeks and declared himself really optimistic that the injury would not necessitate surgery.

Mane's participation in the tournament was in doubt after he limped off during Bayern Munich's 6-1 win over Werder Bremen on Tuesday.

The 30-year-old was diagnosed with an injury to his right fibula and will be undergoing further tests.

Cisse stated that he would prefer to five give the former Liverpool marksman the best chance of competing in the World Cup, and he emphasised the importance of the player in his plans.

“I preferred to keep him in the group,” said the former Birmingham City and Portsmouth midfielder, Cisse.

“Sadio Mané is an important player in our squad, it is important to continue to follow his injury, hoping that in two or three weeks there will be progress. But we are really optimistic.

“We will give ourselves all the necessary means to allow Sadio Mane to recover.”

Senegal was drawn in Group A for the World Cup along with the hosts, Qatar, as well as we Ecuador and the Netherlands.

Senegal will face Qatar on 20 November in the opening match of the World Cup.

Morgan Piek OFM Sport