Sep 17, 2016; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Impact forward Didier Drogba (11) reacts after scoring a goal against the New England Revolution during the second half at Stade Saputo. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-USA TODAY Sports

Former Montreal Impact star, Didier Drogba, is on the hunt for a new club in 2017 and early reports indicate he may sign with Phoenix Rising FC.

It’s been a storied career for Drogba, the Ivorian striker was an instrumental part of Chelsea’s numerous trophy runs and was a deadly striker in European soccer. Just a few years ago, Drogba made the move to North American as he joined the Montreal Impact in Canada. Now, according to reports, he may be coming to play in the United States for Phoenix Rising FC.

The United Soccer League side appear to be willing to spend quite a considerable amount of money for Drogba, which doesn’t come as a surprise as they have already acquired the likes of Shaun Wright-Phillips and Omar Bravo in the off-season. If he does indeed arrive on Friday, then the USL will have it’s highest profile signing to date.

Drogba had been reportedly in talks with clubs in Brazil and China after leaving the Impact. Additionally, there was speculation of him possibly accepting a coaching job at Chelsea, but it looks like he has his sights set on the USL.

This will be a massive signing for Phoenix if they can complete the deal. The club will reunite old teammates in Drogba and Wright-Phillips, and will most certainly see an increase in attendance, as they currently have a capacity of 6,200 at their soccer complex.

Another important thing to remember here is that Phoenix put in a bid for MLS expansion. Already they have displayed they are not afraid to go after big name players. This could bode will for them as they show the league they are not afraid to spend money in order to field a decent squad.

The club begins their 2017 season this weekend when they host Toronto FC II on Saturday. Perhaps we will see Drogba in the lineup in the coming weeks.