FORMER Stoke City star Saido Berahino admits he will consider a return to England after starring for Belgian side Zulte Waregem.
Controversial striker Berahino linked up with his new club last summer on a free transfer.
Former Stoke striker Saido Berahino admits he’s open to returning to England from BelgiumCredit: Getty Images – Getty
The £12million forward, 26, had a troubled time with the Potters, serving an eight-week ban from football after failing a drugs test in 2017.
He was also suspended from driving for 30 months and given a £75,000 fine for drink driving last year.
But Berahino has reinvented himself across the Channel by scoring eight goals in just 22 appearances for Zulte.
However, the coronavirus crisis means the Belgian side is ready to axe a number of its best players this summer to save money.
Berahino still has a year left on his contract but could soon be available for a move elsewhere.
He is believed to have interest from France and Italy, but Berahino admits the chance to return to English football would trump them all.
He told the Mail: “England is where I first fell in love with football so yes, if the opportunity arose I would definitely consider it.
“So far I’ve had a great time in Belgium, I’ve showed that I can adapt in a different league.
“I can only thank my teammates and coach for believing in me.
“I missed the atmosphere and the buzz before game that I grew up learning my trade.
“We take it for granted how passionate and amazing the fans make the game so beautiful.”
Stoke City ace Saido Berahino swears outside court in March as he denies 3am ‘drink-drive’ rap before tearing off in his £150k Mercedes
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
