In the forthcoming I-League season, Mohammed Awal will lead Gokulam Kerala FC, the club announced on Monday.
Mohammed Awal is a veteran defender and has experience playing for the Ghana national team. The 33-year-old defender is now in India and has joined his teammates at the EMS Company Stadium for the ongoing pre-season training.
"It is an honour to lead Malabarians in the upcoming season. I will do my job sincerely and the squad has already the belief that they can bring the title home," said Mohammed Awal in an official statement.
Mohammed Awal 32, joined the India second-tier club from Saudi Arabia club Al-Ansar last month.
The defender previously played for ASEC Mimosas, Asante Kotoko, Raja Casablanca, Maritzburg Utd, Shabab and Al-Fahaheel SC.