Ayew had been ruled out of Ghana’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Angola due to a knee injury in late March, but has recovered quickly enough to make a substitute appearance for his club side.
Forest’s winless streak extended to eight games after losing 2-1 at Elland Road, but Ayew’s return will be a boost for the team fighting for league survival.
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They are currently 17th in the table in terms of goal difference.
Since joining Forest in the winter transfer window, the 33-year-old Andre Ayew has made eight appearances for the club but is yet to score his first goal. Last month, Ayew missed a crucial penalty that could have marked his debut goal for the club.