Habib eyes Stars return

CAN HABIB MAKE THE GRADES? Ghana international Habib Mohammed is eyeing a return to the Black Stars after an improved performance with the local side in the CHAN qualifier against Nigeria on Sunday.

 
The 23-year-old was a regular left-back for the Black Stars at the 2006 World Cup in Germany but lost his place due to unsuccessful stints abroad and a threatening calf injury.

 
Last season he played for the then newly-promoted Wa All Stars before switching to AshantiGold this term.

 
Habib is counting on his goodish output against Nigeria last Sunday to chart his way back into the national set-up for next year?s final round 2010 joint qualifiers.  

 
?As at now even with this match show that I?m ready to get back into the national team. It was difficult for me but I have overcome it and looking ahead,? Habib told Ghanasoccernet.com

 
? I have signed and the club?s ambitions and my performance can move me forward. I know I belong to the team but I will have to work hard to achieve it.?

 
The Black Stars have struggled for a permanent left-back in recent times. Harrison Afful has been without a club since ending his contract with local side Kotoko.

 
Bayern Leverkusen?s Hans Adu-Sarpei also lacks the requisite match fitness after returning from a long injury lay-off.