JUAN MATA looks to have found a new club.
The former Manchester United playmaker, 36, has been out of work since leaving Vissel Kobe in January.
Pal Michael Essien poses for a photo
The Spaniard enjoyed a long Premier League career
He said at the time that he was not ready to hang up his boots.
And Mata is closing in on a return to the field.
He was pictured with former Chelsea team-mate Michael Essien, currently the assistant manager at FC Nordsjaelland.
Spaniard Mata has been training with the Danish outfit as he looks to earn a contract.
Mata joined Vissel in September to boost their J.League title hopes.
He played just once but was involved as they secured the crown.
The maestro enjoyed his time in Japan, posting on Instagram: “Thank you very much to all my team-mates and all the people who are part of Vissel Kobe for these unique months with you.
“It has been an incredibly interesting experience that ended in the best possible way, making history, winning the league for the first time for our club.
