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Nani and Victor Moses complete shock transfers to Kazakhstan clubs
Former Premier League winners Nani and Victor Moses have made unexpected career moves after signing for separate clubs in the Kazakhstan Premier League within 24 hours of each other.

The high-profile transfers see ex-Manchester United winger Nani join FC Aktobe, whilst former Chelsea wing-back Moses has signed for FC Kaysar Kyzylorda, bringing significant international pedigree to the Central Asian league.

Nani comes out of retirement to join FC Aktobe

At 39, Nani has reversed his retirement decision to sign a one-year deal with Aktobe.

The former Portugal international had called time on his playing career after featuring for hometown side Estrela da Amadora in November 2024.

However, the Champions League winner under Sir Alex Ferguson has now embarked on a new chapter that also includes an expanded role in the club’s development project.
I am very excited about this new project and about the opportunity to help develop football at the club and in Kazakhstan.

FC Aktobe offers excellent conditions and I was very warmly welcomed. I feel that together we can work to elevate the club not only domestically but also internationally.

I'm very happy to have joined FC Aktobe and I am looking forward to contributing to the development of the club and football in Kazakhstan.
Nani also thanked club owner Nurlan Artykbaev, chairman Arman Ospanov and regional governor Askhat Shakharov for their support, praising the club's long-term vision.

A decorated career across Europe and beyond

Nani enjoyed his peak years at United, scoring 41 goals in 230 appearances and winning:
  • 1 × UEFA Champions League
  • 4 × Premier League titles
  • 2 × League Cups
He later played for Fenerbahçe, Valencia, Lazio, Sporting CP (again), Orlando City, Venezia, Melbourne Victory and Adana Demirspor, making Aktobe his 10th club in a decade.

Since retiring, Nani has focused on his football academy and completed the UEFA A Elite Youth Licence, qualifying him for elite academy management roles - experience that aligns with Aktobe's youth development ambitions.

About FC Aktobe

Based in western Kazakhstan, Aktobe are one of the country's most successful clubs, boasting:
  • 5 × Kazakhstan Premier League titles
  • 2 × Domestic Cups
  • 3 × Super Cups
They have previously competed in the qualifying rounds of the Champions League, Europa League and Conference League, and currently sit fifth in the league table.

Victor Moses joins FC Kaysar after Luton exit

Meanwhile, Moses, 35, has signed for Kaysar after being without a club since leaving Luton Town.

The Nigeria international confirmed the move with a brief message on X.

Moses was given a warm reception at the Gani Muratbayev Stadium, where he greeted supporters, signed memorabilia and held up his new shirt on the artificial pitch.

From Premier League champion to Kazakhstan

Moses built his reputation in England with Crystal Palace, Wigan Athletic and Chelsea, where he played a key role in the Blues' 2016/17 Premier League title under Antonio Conte.

He also had spells with Liverpool, Stoke City, West Ham United, Fenerbahçe, Inter Milan and Spartak Moscow.

His move to Kaysar marks another overseas adventure after previous stints in Turkey, Italy and Russia.

About FC Kaysar

Kaysar, based in Kyzylorda, are currently 11th in the 14-team league.

Moses is among the most high-profile players ever to represent the club, as they look to climb away from the lower end of the table.

A growing trend for veteran stars

The arrivals of Nani and Moses highlight the Kazakhstan Premier League's increasing appeal to experienced European-based players.

Both signings combine on-pitch experience with leadership and development influence, potentially raising the league's international profile.

For Aktobe and Kaysar, these moves are not just transfers - they are statements of ambition.

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