From Odartey Lamptey to Asamoah Gyan, some of Ghana's biggest football icons have chosen to return to the domestic league, reigniting conversations about the trend of footballers coming home to end their careers.
Reports suggest that former Ashantigold and Black Stars midfielder Mubarak Wakaso is set to join Hearts of Oak on a short-term deal, adding his name to the growing list of Ghanaian stars returning to the local league.
While many have historically declined opportunities to play in the Ghana Premier League (GPL), their reasons often remain personal and undisclosed.
A global comparison In countries like Brazil, top footballers frequently return to play in their home leagues, driven by a deep cultural connection to the sport, the thrill of performing in front of passionate local fans, or personal reasons such as family ties.
