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Asamoah Gyan says his next move could be to sign on permanently with Al-Ain, ruling out a possible return to the English premiership. The Ghana striker who played for the UAE side on a season-long loan from Sunderland but he is returning to the Black Cats ahead of a decision following the expiration of the deal. But Gyan expects an announcement on his future to be made before pre-season starts in July as he admits his interest in the Al-Ain offer. Speaking on Monday to Kwami Sefa Kayi on PeaceFM's "Kokrokoo" Morning Show, ahead of a charity game in Kumasi between Ghana internationals and artist from the entertainment industry on Sunday, Gyan expressed his determination to stay in the Gulf region. "Al-Ain have shown an interest [signing me on permanently]," said Gyan, who enjoyed a successful spell in the UAE league where he finished as the league's top scorer with 19 goals. "I am also interested in [staying]. I like the place and my family are also in love with the place." The Ghanaian in September 2011 started a season long loan contract with Al-Ain from the English side.