Former

Painstil is currently unattached after terminating his contract with South African PSL side Maritzburg but according to him he will not make a return to the Premier League.

“As for the Ghana Premier League, I will not play in the Ghana Premier League again," Paintsil told Accra based Happy FM

“I will return to South Africa. Even there it’s because I am doing my coaching badges.Tthat is why I want to return and play for just a season and continue my coaching badges.”

“I must admit that the game has gained grounds this season especially now that it’s shown on tv but I have to concentrate on my coaching.”

Painstil during his days in the Ghana Premier League featured for clubs like Berekum Arsenal and Liberty Professionals before leaving for Europe.