The European season is over for most of the Ghanaian players. So, who were the main movers and shakers? Below is a run-up
Team of the Year: 4-4-2
Ibrahim Dossey (FC Brasov, Romania): The few Ghanaian goalkeepers in Europe are bench warmers. Thus, this position was a toss up between Dossey & Kingston (Galatasary). RATING -/10
Sammy Kuffour (B. Munich, Germany): Still the best defender we have and the rock on which his club?s defense is built. He may have had a few problems in the Champions League but he has been exceptional in the German league. I have a funny feeling this was his last season at Bayern. RATING: 7/10
Sam Johnson (Gaziantepspor, Turkey): He had a great season in which he managed to score 5 goals, despite playing in a defensive role. At the start of every season, I write the epithet of ?Foyoo?, but he has proved he still has a lot to offer. A great athlete with an extraordinary work-rate unequaled by any other Ghanaian player abroad. He deserves to play a part in the nations bid for world cup qualification. RATING: 7/10
Abubakari Yakubu (Ajax Amsterdam): Many might have forgotten that Yakubu had a great run in the first half of the season, with a couple of spectacular performances in the Dutch and champions league. He is still learning the game, but this season he has demonstrated the potential that could make him a great player. RATING: 5/10
Stephen Appiah (Juventus, Italy): Started the season so well, he was compared to the Dutch midfielder Edgar Davids. Lost his spark in the middle of the season, but came back strong in the end to prove he does have a future at Juventus. He plays with a group of world-class players, and he does not look out of place. At his best he is one of the best midfielder of his type in the world. RATING: 7/10
Michael Essien (Lyon, France): He has proved an outstanding figure throughout the season - a mature player and excellent contributor from midfield. He has become one of the favourite players at his club. Crowned the season with his first league title. RATING: 8/10
Anthony Obodai (Ajax, Netherlands): Spent most of the season coming off the bench, but when he did, he always excelled. He doesn't have lightning pace, but he is one of the most intelligent Ghanaian footballers. His ability to be available for others and to spot passes is fantastic. RATING: 6/10
Mathew Amoah (Vittese, Netherlands): Because of injury, he has not been able to find the consistency he has shown in previous seasons. However, he was a shining light in a season of gloom for his club in their relegation struggle. He is still learning and I think he has incredible potential. It is unclear why a football giant still hasn't signed him. RATING: 6/10
RESERVES Defenders:
George Blay (Louvre, Belgium): Spent most of the season as a regular right fullback for his team. RATING: 5/10
John Paintsil (Maccabi Tel Aviv, Israel): A very reliable centre back. Great first season outside Ghana. RATING 6/10
Midfield
Hans Sarpei (VFL Wolfsburg, Germany): Has been very consistent and has also become a better midfielder this season. RATING: 6/10
Godfred Aduobe (Hansa Rostock, Germany): Had a great start to the season, but faded for the rest of the season. Still relevant for the national team. RATING: 5/10
Forwards
Alex Tachie Mensah (St. Gallen, Switzeland): He is the most prolific Ghanaian scorer abroad, but the only reason he?s not in the top 11 is the level of the league. RATING: 6/10
Player of the Year: Michael Essien
Rookie of the Year: Isaac Boakye
Top Scorer: Alex Techie-Mensah
Lawrence Aidoo (Nuernberg): 2.Bundesliga Champion - Promotion .
Isaac Boakye (Bielefeld): Promotion into Bundesliga with.
The European season is over for most of the Ghanaian players. So, who were the main movers and shakers? Below is a run-up
Team of the Year: 4-4-2
Ibrahim Dossey (FC Brasov, Romania): The few Ghanaian goalkeepers in Europe are bench warmers. Thus, this position was a toss up between Dossey & Kingston (Galatasary). RATING -/10
Sammy Kuffour (B. Munich, Germany): Still the best defender we have and the rock on which his club?s defense is built. He may have had a few problems in the Champions League but he has been exceptional in the German league. I have a funny feeling this was his last season at Bayern. RATING: 7/10
Sam Johnson (Gaziantepspor, Turkey): He had a great season in which he managed to score 5 goals, despite playing in a defensive role. At the start of every season, I write the epithet of ?Foyoo?, but he has proved he still has a lot to offer. A great athlete with an extraordinary work-rate unequaled by any other Ghanaian player abroad. He deserves to play a part in the nations bid for world cup qualification. RATING: 7/10
Abubakari Yakubu (Ajax Amsterdam): Many might have forgotten that Yakubu had a great run in the first half of the season, with a couple of spectacular performances in the Dutch and champions league. He is still learning the game, but this season he has demonstrated the potential that could make him a great player. RATING: 5/10
Stephen Appiah (Juventus, Italy): Started the season so well, he was compared to the Dutch midfielder Edgar Davids. Lost his spark in the middle of the season, but came back strong in the end to prove he does have a future at Juventus. He plays with a group of world-class players, and he does not look out of place. At his best he is one of the best midfielder of his type in the world. RATING: 7/10
Michael Essien (Lyon, France): He has proved an outstanding figure throughout the season - a mature player and excellent contributor from midfield. He has become one of the favourite players at his club. Crowned the season with his first league title. RATING: 8/10
Anthony Obodai (Ajax, Netherlands): Spent most of the season coming off the bench, but when he did, he always excelled. He doesn't have lightning pace, but he is one of the most intelligent Ghanaian footballers. His ability to be available for others and to spot passes is fantastic. RATING: 6/10
Mathew Amoah (Vittese, Netherlands): Because of injury, he has not been able to find the consistency he has shown in previous seasons. However, he was a shining light in a season of gloom for his club in their relegation struggle. He is still learning and I think he has incredible potential. It is unclear why a football giant still hasn't signed him. RATING: 6/10
RESERVES Defenders:
George Blay (Louvre, Belgium): Spent most of the season as a regular right fullback for his team. RATING: 5/10
John Paintsil (Maccabi Tel Aviv, Israel): A very reliable centre back. Great first season outside Ghana. RATING 6/10
Midfield
Hans Sarpei (VFL Wolfsburg, Germany): Has been very consistent and has also become a better midfielder this season. RATING: 6/10
Godfred Aduobe (Hansa Rostock, Germany): Had a great start to the season, but faded for the rest of the season. Still relevant for the national team. RATING: 5/10
Forwards
Alex Tachie Mensah (St. Gallen, Switzeland): He is the most prolific Ghanaian scorer abroad, but the only reason he?s not in the top 11 is the level of the league. RATING: 6/10
Player of the Year: Michael Essien
Rookie of the Year: Isaac Boakye
Top Scorer: Alex Techie-Mensah
Lawrence Aidoo (Nuernberg): 2.Bundesliga Champion - Promotion .
Isaac Boakye (Bielefeld): Promotion into Bundesliga with.