Ghana prodigy Ebenezer Ofori is expected to be a key part of newly promoted German Bundesliga side VFB Stuttgart when the upcoming season gets underway in August.

Ofori, unlike his compatriot Hans Nunoo Sarpei, was not left out of the team photo, suggesting his services will be needed by the Reds.

The 22-year old was influential as Stuttgart secured promotion to the topflight after years of failed attempt.

He joined the German club in January following a blistering spell at Swedish side AIK.