Ghana midfielder Michael Essien has not ruled out a move to the South Africa Absa Premier League in future.

“SA is not bad, I would like to come here,” said Essien, who’s the global ambassador of beer brand Budweiser in their new partnership with the English Premier League and La Liga.

“You can never say never, I am keeping my options open. I love football, I love football ... I have played it my whole life. So, I am not thinking about retirement at all (for now).”

The 36-year-old defensive midfielder, who’s currently on the books of Azerbaijan-based club Sabail FK, has had a glittering career that included spells with Chelsea, Real Madrid and AC Milan.

However, it was with the Blues where Essien made a name for himself, winning the Premiership twice and coveted Uefa Champions League.