Ahmed Musa is set to sign a short-term deal with Nigerian outfit Kano Pillars after missing out on a move to West Bromwich Albion, Southampton or Wolverhampton Wanderers, as reported by the BBC.
With the Africa Cup of Nations less than a year away, the captain of Nigeria is desperate to get back on the pitch as soon as possible.
A few months ago, Musa was tearing up a staggering £31 million contract at Al-Nassr and dreaming of a return to the Premier League.
But after potential moves to the likes of Southampton, Burnley, Brighton, Wolves and Newcastle United failed to materialise, the one-time Leicester City forward would just be happy to play for anyone, in any league, these days (Mail and Teamtalk).
And it seems that desperation could see Musa, who hasn’t played a single minute of club football since October, make a shock return to his homeland with four-time Nigerian champions Kano Pillars.
The BBC reports the short-term deal is close to being completed.
“After speaking with the governor and chairman of the LMC (Nigeria league’s governing body) I am considering playing some games for Kano Pillars,” explains Musa, who played for the club between 2009 and 2012.
“Anything that improves the image of Nigerian football is something I strive to embark on and Kano Pillars holds a special place in my heart.
“It’s the team that helped me become the professional footballer I am today, so this is more than just football but a very strong bond.”
Speaking in February, West Brom manager Sam Allardyce admitted the Baggies couldn’t offer Musa a contract after completing a number of other winter signings (Birmingham Mail).
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