South African First Division club Santos are on the brink of announcing the capture of ex Nigeria youth international Solomon Okpako on a 1+ 1 year contract, according to reports. <br /><br />The 24 - year - old is currently a Bosman player after his contract was not renewed by Premier Soccer League newcomers Chippa United in the close season.<br /><br />The defensive midfielder has played non stop in South Africa for the past three years, first representing Mamelodi Sundowns before moving to Port Elizabeth to team up with the <i>Chilli Boys</i>.<br /><br />Solomom Okpako had a short stint with Panionios back in the 2010 - 2011 campaign, making 3 appearances for the team in the Greece Super League.<br /><br />He has also turned out for Nigeria Premier League champions Kano Pillars as well as Bendel United.<br /><br />Photo Credit : soccermanager.com<br />