Ghana Premier League best defender 2012

August 2012: South African PSL side Maritzburg United have confirmed via their official website, the signing of centre back Awal Mohammed from Asante Kotoko for the next three years.
A day after having sold Senegalese Centre Back, Mor Diouf to Supersport , the ‘Team of Choice’ have unveiled his replacements in the form of the powerful Ghanaian Mohammed Awal from Ghana powerhouses Asante Kotoko.
The 24 year old Ghanaian, who began his career at the Feyernoord Academy in Holland before signing for Asante Kotoko in November 2010, has been touted as the direct replacement for Diouf and his signing is another statement of intent by the ‘Team of Choice’ this season.
Awal, who was voted the Ghana Premier League best defender for the season played a pivotal role in helping Kotoko win the Ghana Premier League for the 21st time. Awal Joins compatriot Frank Sarfo Gyamfi who moved to the ‘Team of Choice’ from Ghana Premier League side WA All Stars in July.