Mata trains with Nordsjælland as he looks for new club

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Former Spain midfielder Juan Mata is evaluating his options as a free agent. Mata left J-League side Vissel Kobe in January after making just one appearance but is keen for another challenge before hanging up his boots. The

36-year-old has hinted he would like to accept an offer that would meet his commitment amid links with boyhood club Real Oviedo in the Segunda Division and Major League Soccer.

In the process, Mata has been training with FC Nordsjælland, where former Chelsea midfielder Michael Essien is now assistant manager, but the Danish top-flight club have not held talks with ยูฟ่าเบท http://ufabet999.app him over a move. FC

Nordsjælland are happy to offer Mata training facilities, while he has also spent time with his family in Sweden.

The former Manchester United midfielder is expected to make an announcement about his next career move before the end of August.

Mata left Japan after making just one appearance but he is keen on a fresh challenge before retirement.

The 36-year-old, who won the 2010 FIFA World Cup and Euro 2012 with Spain, has hinted at wanting to accept an offer that still inspires him.

Rumours have linked him to boyhood side Real Oviedo or the MLS if he can prove his ongoing fitness.