One idea being considered is for Trescothick to be based with his family in the United Arab Emirates and commute to the venues where the tournament will be staged, according to The Times.

Trescothick, one of the finest English batsmen, is particularly adept in the shortest format.

His explosive batting in the Twenty20 Cup helped Somerset beat Kent in the semi-finals that booked them a place in the Champions League.

Sussex is the other English team to play in the competition.