Queiroz focused on Panama clash amid Thomas Partey saga

Officials are said to have rejected the application after allegations that the player misled authorities regarding ongoing criminal proceedings in the UK. 

The latest development means Partey will miss Ghana's FIFA World Cup Group L opener against Panama at Toronto Stadium.

Speaking ahead of the match, Queiroz declined to comment on the matter, choosing instead to focus on the players available for selection for the Black Stars. 

"We have our plan and tomorrow we will make our decision on the starting lineup. I've got no comments about Partey, it's not necessary to make comments because the story is open. It's not my business, my business is playing with the cards in front of me at this World Cup." 

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The well-travelled coach said he’d done everything possible to make sure Ghana were ready for the first match as well as those that will follow against tough opponents in Croatia and England. 

Queiroz believes the ideal start would be to win against Panama to set the tone for the rest of their World Cup campaign.