Ghana midfielder Mubarak Wakaso has labelled Celtic FC's Scott Brown as the best captain he has played with.

Wakaso, 27, hailed the leadership qualities of the Scottish midfielder while sending wishes on his 33rd birthday on Tuesday.

Both players featured together at Celtic during the 2014-15 season under coach Ronny Deila.

Wakaso's assertion will come as blow to Asamoah Gyan and John Mensah - having played alongside the duo in the Black Stars.

The Deportivo Alaves enforcer opted not to play the friendly games against Japan and Iceland last month.