Spin-bowling coach Mushtaq Ahmed is set to rejoin Bangladesh ahead of the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy, scheduled to be held in Pakistan and the UAE from February 19.

A spin wizard during his playing days for Pakistan, Mushtaq had previously worked with the Tigers during last year's T20 series against Zimbabwe, the T20 World Cup, Test series against Pakistan and South Africa, and away ODI series against Afghanistan, is expected to join the side during their short preparatory camp at home from February 8.

Both Mushtaq and Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) confirmed the development to The Daily Star today. However, a BCB official said they are currently exploring the possibility of offering the 54-year-old a long-term contract, as the position of permanent spin-bowling coach has remained vacant since Rangana Herath's departure in early 2024.

"His contract for 2025 is still under discussion," BCB's cricket operations in-charge Shahriar Nafees said.

Meanwhile, Nafees also confirmed that BCB's lead analyst, Nasir Ahmed Nasu will be providing his service in the Champions Trophy. He added that all logistical preparations for the tournament have been completed.

"We are now just waiting for the team to fly out for the tournament on the night of the 13th [February 14]," he concluded.

Bangladesh, who are in Group A of the eight-team marquee event, will begin their campaign against India in Dubai on February 20, before facing New Zealand and Pakistan in their remaining matches on February 24 and 27, respectively, in Rawalpindi.